Photography

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Description

On completion of this course, students will be able to: 1.1 Demonstrate ability to work with DSLR cameras in the studio with lights. 1.2 Demonstrate ability observe, question and appraise photographic images.

Program

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Objectives

  • - Introduce students to the basic aspects of photographic technology. - Demonstrate the use of studio light and how to work in the studio. - Apply technical knowledge gained in the first weeks of the course to communicating ideas through their photographs. - Formulate the basis for aesthetic and critical thinking in photography. - Formulate a broader understanding of photography and its relation to contemporary art, design, communication and advertising. - Explore how photography can be used as a useful tool for developing a visual research practice. - Engage in constructive critical discourse of each other’s work. - Demonstrate a consistency and coherency in photographic language skills. - Apply appropriate problem solving and editing skills necessary for developing a creative photographic practice.

Textbook

McHugh, S. T. (2018). Understanding Photography: Master Your Digital Camera and Capture That Perfect Photo, No Starch Press. Title: Langford's Basic Photography: The Guide for Serious Photographers 10th Edition Author: Michael Langford Publisher: Focal Press

Course Content

content serial Description
11. Introduction to the course
2. The relationship between aperture and speed and their effect on depth- of-field
3. Depth-of-field workshop
4. Introduction to the use of studio LED lights
5. Students work on their lighting project
6. Work to date is reviewed and discussed / presentation on analytical reading of photographs
7. 7th week assessment
8. Workshop in visual analysis
9. Presentation of main photographic project set in three stages. Students begin work on stage one.
10. Students complete photographing first stage of their project
11. Students work in the studio on stage two of their project
12. 12th week assessment
13. Students complete stage two and commence work on stage three
14. Students complete their photographic project
15 .Final revision

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