Welcome to PhotographyMiss George and Mr Blackburn

Introduction

• You will be introduced to a variety of experiences that explore a range of photographic media, techniques and processes.

• You will explore relevant artists and photographers throughout your projects and this will be integral to the investigating and making processes.

• You will use a powerpoint to record your work and use photoshop to develop your images.

• You will be introduced to SLR cameras, macro lenses, studio lighting, editing techniques and more!

Assessment

• Component one: Portfolio (coursework)

• You will study a variety of themed based projects to develop your ideas covering 4 AQA assessment objectives

• Projects will be marked out of 96

• Your portfolio covers 60% of the final GCSE

• Component two – Externally Set Assignment (exam)

• You will respond to a chosen starting point from an externally set assignment paper

• You will have a preparatory period followed of 12ish weeks followed by a 10 hour practical exam

• Your exam covers 40% of final GCSE

Personal qualities

• Committed, determined, imaginative, curious.

• Be prepared to take risks and experiment.

• Be organised and patient.

• Able to take photographs outside the classroom/at home.

• Enjoy working with computer software.

• Enthusiastic about taking photographs.

• A creative eye.

Photography:• Do you love to take photographers?• Are you interested in exploring the world around us through a camera?• Are you creative, imaginative and curious?• Are you prepared to take risks and experiment with your ideas?

• If you choose photography at GCSE you will be introduced to a variety of experiences that explore a range of photographic media, techniques and processes.

• You will explore relevant artists and photographers throughout your projects and this will be integral to the investigating and making processes.

• You will use a powerpoint to record your work and use photoshop to develop your images.

• You will be introduced to SLR cameras, macro lenses, studio lighting, editing techniques and more!

Career possibilities

• Photographer

• Illustrator

• Product designer

• Advertising, Publishing

• Fashion and media roles

• Wedding photographer

• Teacher

• Photo magazine editor

• Photojournalist

• Forensic photographer

• Sports photographer.

For more information speak to:

Mr BlackburnMiss George

Photography can be great preparation, for any career that

require fine motor skills, presentation skills, an eye for

aesthetics and creative thinking!