3 Photo Studio
3PHOTO Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs M. Millar.
Recommended Prior LearningLearning within senior levels of 1 & 2 of the Visual Arts would be an advantage. Consultation with Learning area leader would be required if the above courses haven't been undertaken.
Through studying Artworks in the field of Fine Art Photography, learners will learn to find and follow their own unique artistic pathway inspired by modern and contemporary Fine Art Photography artists and their work. Learners will gain transferable life skills of learning how to learn through artist model analysis and time management through large projects. Visual literacy gained through conceptual and visual problem-solving allows a unique lens through which to contribute to future work environments.
Learners will present their work in an Photographic Artists Workbook and Photographic Artists External Portfolio*.
Tools Used:
DSLR Camera
Photographic Studio
Adobe Bridge
Adobe Photoshop
Learners can choose a maximum of two Visual Arts subjects at Level 3.
*The External Portfolio Submission is worth 14 credits and a UE subject basket.
Course Overview
Term 1
Artist model research and artwork production.
Term 2
Camera/studio techniques, artwork production and internal assessments assessed..
Term 3
Artwork production towards external.
Term 4
Artwork production towards external and external assessment due.
Career Pathways
Animator/Digital Artist, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Film/Television Camera Operator, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Event Manager, Curator, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Visual Merchandiser, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Media Producer, Lighting Technician, Game Developer, Model, Photographer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Signmaker
Additional Course Specific Contributions & Equipment/StationeryVoluntary Course Contribution
Theory workbooks, Course Book and Assignment. Depending on the course and learner level, learners may be required to purchase a theory workbook, assignment book. Subject to course and level items will be provided at a subsidised cost of approx. $10 to $25.
Optional Items - Recommended for home purchase and use
Students would benefit from having their own DSLR camera, camera bag and SD card for external folio work. * There are limited school cameras available for learner use.
A laptop that is capable of running current Adobe Creative Cloud software would be beneficial.
Adobe Creative Cloud software is available to purchase from the school $10.00 for students enrolled in this course.
Course-related Art Kits are able to be purchased from National Art Supplies. (https://www.naskits.co.nz/kits-for-2023/rolleston-college-2023/) Items may need to be replenished throughout the year depending on learner use. *Costs may change for 2024.
While the same items can be purchased separately from other art suppliers, we believe the quality of the items and the fact that the pack is individually labelled, delivered to school and ready for the start of the school year provides excellent value for money and convenience. Course specific items included below
A3 Eco Sketch Pad Portrait Pad
A3 Display Book
Pencil
Black Gel Pen
Eraser
Permanent Marker F/M
Glue stick
Mesh Pencil Case