88605 Photography 4: Construction
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Credit points: 6 cp
Subject level:
Undergraduate
Result type: Grade and marksThere are course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Description
This subject goes deeper into the topic of the constructed image by exploring the possibilities of the studio environment. It also explores the way in which people and things and sites can be represented and manipulated through studio photo-imaging. Students explore the use of advanced studio lighting techniques.
Subject learning objectives (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
| 1. | An awareness of the way in which spaces and places can be manipulated and represented in the studio. |
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| 2. | Experience in developing photographic projects of their own choosing. |
| 3. | Proficiency in table-top and tableaux photography. |
| 4. | A better understanding of studio lighting. |
| 5. | An introduction to alternative lighting techniques. |
Teaching and learning strategies
This subject incorporates problem based learning strategies (PBL). Lectures concentrate on briefing and elaborating on the problem at hand and presenting ideas concerning photography, methodology, technology and production. In the class situation, students are encourage to become independent learners by working both individually and/or in groups to develop their ability to operate effectively as a team member and to improve their interpersonal communication skills. Learning activities in the form of projects involve research, visual investigation, idea generation, creative problem solving, critical reflection, analysis, progressive refinement and the visual, oral and written presentation of completed work. The formation of peer learning groups is encouraged.
Content (topics)
• Product photography.
• Still life and tableaux photography.
• Advanced studio lighting techniques.
• The photographic transformation of spaces and places within a studio setting.
• Project research and development.
Assessment
Assessment task 1: Portfolio of Exercises - A range of studio based lighting exercises is to be included in a portfolio.
| Weight: | 40% |
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Assessment task 2: Constructing Reality - Secondary research and preliminary shots for final project.
| Weight: | 20% |
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Assessment task 3: Constructing Reality - Preliminary shots for final project.
| Weight: | 40% |
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References
Groover, Jan, Pure Invention: The Tabletop Still Life. Washington: Smithsonian Institution, 1990.?
Horenstein, Henry, Color Photography: A Working Manual. Canada: Little Brown, 1995.?
Horenstein, Henry. Beyond Basic Photography, Canada: Little Brown, 1995.
Hunter, Fil; Biver, Steven; Fuqua, Paul, Light: Science & Magic : An introduction to photographic lighting Walthan, MA : Focal Press/Elsevier, 2012.
Kon, Michiko, Still Lifes. New York, NY: Aperture, c1997.?
Penn, Irving, Still Life. Thames & Hudson, 2001.?
Perweiler, Gary, Secrets of Studio Still Life Photography. New York: Amphoto, 1984?.
Selman, Robyn. Conceptual Still Life Photography: General Still Life, Food, Interiors. New York, c1992?.
Sherman, Cindy, Cindy Sherman. Tokyo: Parco, 1987.
Witkin, Joel-Peter, Gods of Earth and Heaven. Pasadena, Calif.: Twelvetrees Pr, 1989.