Art Photography Level 3
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr P. Manu.
The course at this level presupposes that the Level 2 course has been completed satisfactorily by students. In Art Photography this year students will develop skills using a digital camera and other modes of photography to visually explore the world. Students will research artists by investigating their methods and ideas relating to photography and applying these conventions to their own work. Students will generate and develop ideas to produce a body of work based on an individually selected broad 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 individual methodologies.
Ideally, students will need their own camera, however, we have a limited stock of cameras we can lend out where a student does not have one.
Students are expected to spend significant time taking photos outside of class time so homework is essential in this subject choice.
Note:
- Where a student wishes to take TWO of the Level 3 Visual Art subjects, they need the permission of Mr. Manu
- Where a student has not taken an Art subject in previous years they are still eligible to select this course but will need to speak to Mr. Manu.
Check out more of the students' work on our Art Instagram page @Listoncollegeart
Recommended Prior Learning
Achievement of: 12 Credits in Level 2 Photography, is recommended but not required
Helpful Accompanying Subjects:
• Visual Art: Painting, Design, Printmaking Photography
• 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
This subject leads in to tertiary study of Photography, Fine Art, Journalism, Marketing, etc. or the Police, armed forces etc.
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
Painting 3.1 - Analyse methods and ideas from established painting practice
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Photography 3.2 - Use drawing to demonstrate understanding of conventions appropriate to photography
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Photography 3.3 - Systematically clarify ideas using drawing informed by established photography practice
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Photography 3.4 - Produce a systematic body of work that integrates conventions and regenerates ideas within photography practice
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 26
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Pathway Possibilities
Animator/Digital Artist, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Retail Manager, Architect, Police Officer, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Historian, Artist, Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Beauty Therapist, Print Finisher, Buyer, Film/Television Camera Operator, Retail Sales Assistant, Chef, Cutter, Fashion Designer, Journalist, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Community Development Worker, Industrial Designer, Event Manager, Conservator, Jeweller, Editor, Corrections Officer, Make-up Artist, Curator, Demonstrator, Graphic Pre-press Worker, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Visual Merchandiser, Sports Coach/Official, Early Childhood Teacher, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Florist, Lighting Technician, Game Developer, Hairdresser/Barber, Primary School Teacher, Navy Sailor, Nursery Grower/Worker, Photographer, Printer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Purchasing/Supply Officer, Recruitment Consultant, Secondary School Teacher, Signmaker, Teacher Aide, Television Presenter, Valuer, User Experience Designer, Intelligence Officer, Marketing Specialist, Fire Engineer, Ophthalmologist,