Art Photography Level 2
Course Description
The course at this level presupposes that the Level 1 course has been completed satisfactorily by students. In Photography this year students will develop skills using a digital camera to visually explore the world. Students will research artists by investigating their methods and ideas relating to photography and apply these conventions to their own work. Students will generate and develop ideas to produce a body of work based on an individually selected board theme. Students will learn technical skills including how to use photographic equipment such as cameras, lighting, digital processes, and photo manipulation. Students will spend time looking at relevant and contemporary photographers, both internationally and in New Zealand. We will look at how to develop ideas using photographic procedures, digital developing procedures and your individual methodologies.
Students are expected to spend significant time taking photos outside of class time so homework is essential in this subject choice.
Where a student wishes to take TWO of the Level 2 Visual Art subjects, they need permission from Mr. Manu
Check out more of the students' work on our Art Instagram page @Listoncollegeart
Recommended Prior Learning
Achievement of: 16 Credits in Level 1 Art, is recommended
Helpful Accompanying Subjects:
• Visual Art
• Design Technology
• Digital Technology
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
A3 Visual Diary can be purchased from the Department $7.50
6 mpix digital camera (preferably an SLR)
8G memory stick
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Visual Arts 2.2 - Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to photography
NZQA Info
Visual Arts 2.3 - Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to established photography practice
NZQA Info
Visual Arts 2.4 - Produce a systematic body of work that shows understanding of art making conventions and ideas within photography
Pathway Possibilities
Photographer, Printer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Print Finisher, Secondary School Teacher, Signmaker, Buyer, Teacher Aide, Television Presenter, Film/Television Camera Operator, User Experience Designer, Marketing Specialist, Fashion Designer, Journalist, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Community Development Worker, Industrial Designer, Event Manager, Conservator, Make-up Artist, Animator/Digital Artist, Curator, Graphic Pre-press Worker, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Visual Merchandiser, Early Childhood Teacher, Retail Manager, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Architect, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Florist, Beauty Therapist, Hairdresser/Barber, Primary School Teacher,