Course Title: Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2015
Course Code: VART6257C
Course Title: Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5309 - Diploma of Photo Imaging
Course Contact : Program Administration
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815
Course Contact Email:mcvet@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Eddie Javier & Andrew Gash
Phone: 0399254774
Email: eddie.javier@rmit.edu.au, andrew.gash@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 45
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will be required to produce creative and innovative photo images using photo lighting principles.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVPHI518A Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting |
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Element 1. Research light and its relationship to |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and review historical and contemporary lighting techniques and technology for descriptive and emotive lighting. |
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Element 2. Experiment with light and resolve lighting problems for complex subjects. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Source and apply shoot requirements to identified range of lighting experiments. |
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Element 3. Apply descriptive and emotive lighting in a photoimaging context. |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Produce a series of photoimages using appropriate lighting techniques and technology. |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will be able to:
Research light and its relationship to photoimaging.
Experiment with light and resolve lighting problems for complex subjects.
Apply descriptive and emotive lighting in a photoimaging context.
Details of Learning Activities
Every aspect of photoimaging practice is based on images created with and by light.
Photoimaging practitioners are required to interpret lighting requirements for briefs as well as determine appropriate lighting requirements for a range of subjects (both in the studio and on location).
The photoimaging practitioner is required to apply the special attributes of lighting to accurately describe or enhance a subject’s appearance. In advanced areas of photoimaging practice, the emotive power of the image is created by lighting, light quality, selection and control.
This work is usually undertaken independently (with guidance where required).
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources. | ||
Week | Class content | Assessment sdue |
1 | Intro to Course Course guide discussion Assignment discussion OHS Flash Studio equipment Assistants kit Visual diary Lighting setups
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2 | *Brief Assessment task 1 Self portrait OR Portrait of an Artist. Example images, discussion in class Lighting workshop demonstration
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3 | Studio Practice Week 3, 4 you will be tasked to book studio space, equipment etc and shoot your Assessment 1 – Self portraiture OR Portrait of an Artist. Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class.
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4 | Studio Practice Week 3, 4 you will be tasked to book studio space, equipment etc and shoot your Assessment 1 – Self portraiture OR Portrait of an Artist. Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class.
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5 | *Assessment – Self portrait OR Portrait of an Artist. *Group critique in class. Upload images to server, bring jpg into class for critique and feedback. |
*Assessment 1, ungraded. Self portrait OR Portrait of an Artist DUE |
6 | *Brief Assessment task 2 Still-life. Example images, discussion in class Lighting workshop demonstration |
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7 | Studio Practice |
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8 | Studio Practice Week 7, 8 you will be tasked to book studio space, equipment etc and shoot your Assessment 2 – Still-life. Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class. |
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9 | *Assessment – Still-life. *Group critique in class. Upload images to server, bring jpg into class for critique and feedback. |
*Assessment 2, ungraded. Still-life DUE |
10 | *Brief Assessment task 3 Food. Example images, discussion in class Lighting workshop demonstration |
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11 | Studio Practice Week 11, 12 you will be tasked to book studio space, equipment etc and shoot your Assessment 2 – Food. Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class. |
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12 | Studio Practice Week 11, 12 you will be tasked to book studio space, equipment etc and shoot your Assessment 2 – Food. Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class. |
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13 | *Assessment – Food. *Group critique in class. Upload images to server, bring jpg into class for critique and feedback. |
*Assessment 3ungraded. Food DUE |
14 | Re-shoots Studio Practice You will have the opportunity to book studio space, equipment etc and re-shoot any of these above assessment tasks Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class. Resubmission/s |
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15 | *Graded Assessment Submission You are to supply a folio of 3 images produced throughout the class. This body of work will be used to deliver your final grade.
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Assessment 4 Graded. In class critique and feedback. |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
http://acmp.com.au/ |
References
You are advised to look at the course Blackboard site for ongoing updated information. |
Other Resources
Studio facilities will be provided.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment tasks in this course include: written assessments and practical tasks.
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessment to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback on all assessment and where indicated, you will receive a grade. Graded assessment tasks are equally weighted and will determine your final result for this course.
For further information on the assessment including detailed briefs for each task and grading criteria, please refer to the course myRMIT site.
Each shoot will be ungraded.
Your final grade will be determined by the folio of 3 images that you will submit on the due date week 15, commencing 25 May.
Assessment task 1 Self-portrait or Portrait of an Artist, ungraded. Due Week 5 commencing 9 March.
You are tasked to produce a conceptual studio portrait. The shot has to evoke nostalgia, warmth, security, tenderness etc or the complete opposite, depending on the photographer’s reading of the brief. You may use yourself, i.e self portrait or chose another subject. Regardless of the interpretation, the result depends greatly on the emotive use of light to fulfil the brief.
Assessment task 2 Still-life, ungraded. Due Week 9 commencing 13 April.
You are required to produce a high quality still-life image for exhibition. The client has requested a “fine art - abstract approach” which may include flower, plant, found object etc. This image must be shoot in studio and can be vertical or horizontal. However, emphasis should be place on the subject and/or ancillary uses thereof.
Assessment task 3 Food, ungraded. Due Week 13 commencing 11 May.
You are required to produce a photograph for an editorial article on new food trends. The concept can be abstract or reflect current editorial styles. The photographic approach should have strong appetite appeal and thorough use of light and props.
Assessment task 4 graded. Folio of 3 images selected by you from Assessment tasks 1 - 3, Due Week 15 commencing 25 May.
Grades used in this course are as follows:
CHDCompetent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Distinction
CC Competent with Credit
CP Competent with Pass
DNS Did Not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are available through the course contact in Program administration.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: www.rmit.edu.au/students
Attendance
The major learning experience involves xxx. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to achieve competency in this unit.
Cover Sheet for Submissions
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
Feedback
You will receive spoken and written feedback from teachers on your work. Where appropriate, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student feedback at RMIT: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=9pp3ic9obks7
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policy
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Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. You can apply in writing for up to a week’s extension from your course teacher. If you need a longer extension, you wil need to apply for special consideration. Special consideration, appeals and discipline http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qkssnx1c5r0y
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism - RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy go to Academic Integrity
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