Course Title: Apply photo imaging lighting techniques
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: VART6389C
Course Title: Apply photo imaging lighting techniques
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4373 - Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging
Course Contact: Nat Morawski
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5583
Course Contact Email: nat.morawski@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teachers:
Tim Turner
tim.turner2@rmit.edu.au
Eddie Javier
eddie.javier@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 100
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will select and apply lighting to a range of subjects in different work spaces.
This course covers the planning, organization, set up, lighting and shooting of studio photography. You will gain the technical skills for operating the 5x4 camera & E6 film, medium format 6x7 camera & E6 film and DSLR. You will gain skills and techniques required for being a professional assistant.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAPHI402 Apply photo imaging lighting techniques |
Element: |
1. Set up lighting for photo shoot |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Confirm lighting characteristics required for subjects in consultation with relevant personnel 1.2 Select lighting equipment and accessories appropriate to purpose of required images 1.3 Determine work environment needs 1.4 Select appropriate camera system and accessories 1.5 Assemble camera and lighting systems according to production requirements 1.6 Use equipment and materials safely and to minimise waste |
Element: |
2. Light subjects |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Position models and props as required 2.2 Test and modify lighting techniques to create the required effects 2.3 Adjust and calibrate camera settings to meet lighting arrangements 2.4 Collaborate with others to meet photo shoot timelines |
Element: |
3. Capture images |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Use appropriate camera features and lighting techniques to shoot photos 3.2 Review images against work requirements 3.3 Adjust lighting and camera as required and complete shoot 3.4 Complete work documentation as required |
Element: |
4. Complete post-shoot activities |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Dismantle work area after use and return to original condition 4.2 Clean and care for equipment according to manufacturer instructions 4.3 Report damage to equipment to relevant personnel according to enterprise procedures 4.4 Transport and store equipment according to workplace procedures |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to select and apply lighting to a range of subjects in different work spaces.
Details of Learning Activities
Details of Learning Activities
In-class activities:
• Demonstration and practical application
• Teacher directed group activities
• Observation and questioning
• Group discussion
• Class Exercises to review discussions
• Workshops & Tutorials
Out-of-class activities:
• Group Projects
• Independent project based work
• Online and other research
• Independent study
Teaching Schedule
Studio 01 is a clustered unit comprising of Applied lighting techniques (CUAPHI402) and Contribute to health and safety of self and others (BSBWHS201).
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:
| Semester 1 2022 | |||
| Week | Date | Topic | Assessment / Learning activities |
| Week 1 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - Course Overview; Introduce staff; Brief Assessment A01. Studio - Split into small groups for induction to Studio; Studio WH&S protocols; Demonstration of Available Light Food photography. |
Brief assessment A01, Available Light Food |
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| Week 2 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - Questions for A01, Available Light Food; Briefing for assessment A02, MCU Rembrandt Portrait; Rembrandt lighting; Allocation of Small Studio Groups; and Studio Lighting Equipment for Assessment A02. Studio - Small groups for demonstration and practice with studio lighting for assessment A02, Rembrandt Portrait. |
Brief assessment A02, MCU Rembrandt Portrait |
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| Week 3 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - Look at the camera, lens and studio equipment for assessment A02; class time to work on Available Light Food Learning Activity; how-to submit to Canvas and read your feedback. Studio - Small groups for demonstration and practice with studio camera, lens and equipment for assessment A02; demonstrate tethered capture with Capture One software; demonstration of studio Rembrandt portraiture. |
Available Light Food Pre-production Learning Activity DUE - NON-ASSESSED |
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| Week 4 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - Posing your "sitter"; and WH&S policies and procedures for hazards and injuries. Studio - Class split into two groups. One group will be working off campus doing photography for assessment A01, Available Light Food. Second group will be working on campus in the studio in small production groups comprising of: Photographer; Digital Operator; Lighting Assistant; 2nd Assistant/Sitter. This group will hold a production meeting before beginning the photography. There will be a hazard scenario in the studio. |
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| Week 5 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - Questions for assessments; sharing of photographs; class time for assessments. Studio - Class split into two groups. One group will be working off campus doing photography for assessment A01, Available Light Food. Second group will be working on campus in the studio in small production groups comprising of: Photographer; Digital Operator; Lighting Assistant; 2nd Assistant/Sitter. This group will hold a production meeting before beginning the photography. There will be a hazard scenario in the studio. |
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| Week 6 |
Delivery: Lecture - PUBLIC HOLIDAY, NO CLASS Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - PUBLIC HOLIDAY, NO CLASS Studio - Class split into two groups. One group will be working off campus doing photography for assessment A01, Available Light Food. This group can also work on completing template documents for assessments A01 and A02 Second group will be working on campus in the studio in small production groups comprising of: Photographer; Digital Operator; Lighting Assistant; 2nd Assistant/Sitter. There will be an injury scenario in the studio. |
MCU Rembrandt Portrait Pre-production Learning Activity DUE - NON-ASSESSED |
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| Week 7 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - Class time for assessment tasks. Studio - Class split into two groups. One group will be working off campus doing photography for assessment A01, Available Light Food. This group can also work on completing template documents for assessments A01 and A02 Second group will be working on campus in the studio in small production groups comprising of: Photographer; Digital Operator; Lighting Assistant; 2nd Assistant/Sitter. There will be an injury scenario in the studio. |
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| Week 8 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - Briefing for assessment A03, Soft Light Portrait; Look at the lighting equipment you will be using for this assessment; Allocation of Small Studio Groups for training on lighting equipment for A03. Studio - Demonstration and practice with studio lighting equipment for assessment A03, Soft-light Portrait (in two small groups, two hours each). |
Brief assessment A03, Soft-light Portrait Assessment A01, Available Light Food DUE |
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| Week 9 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - Allocated Groups for Soft Light Portraiture; Posing your sitter; Review of WH&S Pre-production document for Soft Light Portrait; PPE and Emergency Procedures. Studio - Class split into two groups. One group will be working off campus completing assessment A02 template document and researching for poses for Soft Light Portrait. Second group will be working on campus in the studio in small production groups comprising of: Photographer; Digital Operator; Lighting Assistant; 2nd Assistant/Sitter. This group will hold a production meeting before beginning the photography. There will be an emergency scenario in the studio. |
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| Week 10 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - MID-SEMESTER BREAK, NO CLASS Class Activity: Lecture - Class Time for Assessments. Studio - MID-SEMESTER BREAK, NO CLASS |
Assessment A02 MCU Rembrandt Portrait DUE |
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MID SEMESTER BREAK - APRIL 15 - 25 NO CLASSES |
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| Week 11 |
Delivery: Lecture - PUBLIC HOLIDAY, NO CLASS Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - PUBLIC HOLIDAY, NO CLASS Studio - Class split into two groups. One group will be working off campus completing assessment template documents for A03, Soft-light Portrait. Second group will be working on campus in the studio in small production groups comprising of: Photographer; Digital Operator; Lighting Assistant; 2nd Assistant/Sitter. This group will hold a production meeting before beginning the photography. There will be an emergency scenario in the studio. |
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| Week 12 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - A look at freelance assistants kits; Class time to work on assessment. Studio - Class split into two groups. Class split into two groups. One group will be working off campus completing assessment template documents for A03, Soft-light Portrait. Second group will be working on campus in the studio in small production groups comprising of: Photographer; Digital Operator; Lighting Assistant; 2nd Assistant/Sitter. |
Soft Light Portrait Pre-production Learning Activity DUE - NON-ASSESSED |
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| Week 13 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - Class Time for Assessment Questions and Work on Assessment Template. Studio - Class split into two groups. Class split into two groups. One group will be working off campus completing assessment template documents for A03, Soft-light Portrait. Second group will be working on campus in the studio in small production groups comprising of: Photographer; Digital Operator; Lighting Assistant; 2nd Assistant/Sitter. |
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| Week 14 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - Class Time for Assessment Questions and Work on Assessment Template. Studio - Class Time for Assessment Questions and Work on Assessment Template.; Time to work on any re-shoots and/or to experiment in the studio once all assessment work submitted. |
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| Week 15 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Lecture - Class Time for Assessment Questions and Work on Assessment Template. Studio - Class Time for Assessment Questions and Work on Assessment Template.; Time to work on any re-shoots and/or to experiment in the studio once all assessment work submitted. |
Assessment A03, Soft-light Portrait DUE |
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| Week 16 |
Delivery: Lecture - On-line via Collaborate Ultra Studio - On campus in the photo studios Class Activity: Overview of assessments - slide show End of Semester Review |
Final Class |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The library provides free study support services and resources to help you build your academic skills. This includes subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and other services. You can also access one-on-one consultations through the library. For further information:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/study-support
Overview of Assessment
Assessment tasks include:
Shooting assignments to a brief in the studio with time for re shoots. Planning mock ups and dialogue with the teacher are part of the process. Students will also be required to assess their assistants.
Assessment Tasks
Please see Canvas for the specific details of your assessments.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
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.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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