Art and Design (Photography)

Course summary

This course is based on Photography as an art form. The course is designed to help you explore and understand Photography creatively. You will be taught technical aspects of Digital Photography and encouraged to develop your own concepts and ideas. You will be set regular homework, which will take the form of written work, taking shots and presenting your work. You will learn how to use your camera and compose effective pictures; how to be selective with your images; a range of Photoshop skills; experimental and creative techniques such as collage; how to analyse the work of other photographers; and how to present your work. The course is designed to encourage you to reflect on both the historical and contemporary elements of Photography and be creative and ambitious with your images, both in and out of the classroom. Photography is for you if you have a passion for taking pictures as well as self-motivation and commitment. Students are expected to spend a significant amount of time taking photos outside of lesson time.