Art and Design (Photography)

Course summary

The start of Year 12 develops knowledge of digital manipulation and using the studio whilst also introducing students to traditional film-based photography and developing films using the dark room. Coursework will include the use of camera equipment, dark room and studio work, computer software skills and building a portfolio and sketchbook of creative ideas, presentations, and personal project work. Work will start to become more personalised as ideas are developed for the Personal Investigation in the second half of Year 12. This is a practical project with a written essay element. In Year 13, students will bring their Personal Investigation to a conclusion. They will then work on a practical exam project, which has been set by the exam board.