Course Title: Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2017
Course Code: VART6397C
Course Title: Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting
School: 340T Art
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5351 - Diploma of Photography and 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:
Rob Lawler
rob.lawler@rmit.edu.au
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Teacher:
Andrew Gash
andrew.gash@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 45
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce creative photo images using photo lighting principles.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAPHI503 Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting |
Element: |
1. Research light and its relationship to photo imaging |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and review range of historical and contemporary sources for descriptive and emotive lighting 1.2 Examine theories of light and their application in photo imaging lighting technologies 1.3 Prepare shoot list for range of lighting experiments and confirm lighting techniques and schema with relevant personnel |
Element: |
2. Experiment with light for complex subjects |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Arrange shoot requirements for identified lighting experiments 2.2 Explore lighting subjects in range of interior and exterior locations 2.3 Apply lighting techniques and technology safely in experimental process 2.4 Review processes, and adapt lighting techniques and technology to refine effects 2.5 Document results of experiments for incorporation into future works |
Element: |
3. Apply lighting to create photo image mood |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Produce series of photo images using appropriate lighting techniques and technology to create emotional and descriptive effects 3.2 Evaluate effectiveness of lighting techniques and technology to achieve effects and note areas for improvement 3.3 Catalogue research reference material and work samples 3.4 Identify future opportunities, work directions, equipment needs and workflow changes resulting from photo lighting experiments |
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 photo imaging practice is based on images created with and by light.
Photo imaging 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 photo imaging practitioner is required to apply the special attributes of lighting to accurately describe or enhance a subject's appearance. In advanced areas of photo imaging 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 |
Week 1 |
Intro to Course
Lighting workshop demonstration Studio Practice -‐ Contextual portrait [Lighting appropriate to topic/subject Specialised metering Illumination ratios] |
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Week 2 |
Contextual portrait one-on-one meeting as scheduled refer to Google doc. Self directed research for contextual portrait. |
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Week 3 |
Studio Practice Week 3, 4 you will be tasked to book studio space, equipment etc and shoot your Assessment 1 – Contextual portrait. Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class.
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Week 4 |
Studio Practice Week 3, 4 you will be tasked to book studio space, equipment etc and shoot your Assessment 1 – Contextual portrait. Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class.
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Week 5 |
Contextual portrait Assessment *in class |
Assessment due Contextual portrait |
Week 6 |
Lighting workshop demonstration Studio Practice -‐ Advertising *billboard [Lighting appropriate to topic/subject Specialised metering Illumination ratios] |
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Week 7 |
Advertising *billboard one-on-one meeting as scheduled refer to Google doc. Self directed research for contextual portrait. |
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Week 8 |
Studio Practice Week 3, 4 you will be tasked to book studio space, equipment etc and shoot your Assessment 1 – Advertising *billboard. Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class.
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Week 9 |
Studio Practice Week 3, 4 you will be tasked to book studio space, equipment etc and shoot your Assessment 1 – Advertising *billboard. Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class.
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Week 10 |
Advertising *billboard Assessment *in class |
Assessment due Advertising *billboard |
Week 11 |
Lighting workshop demonstration Studio Practice -‐ Still life *fine art [Lighting appropriate to topic/subject Specialised metering Illumination ratios] |
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Week 12 |
Still life *fine art one-on-one meeting as scheduled refer to Google doc. Self directed research for contextual portrait. |
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Week 13 |
Studio Practice Week 3, 4 you will be tasked to book studio space, equipment etc and shoot your Assessment 1 – Still life *fine art. Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class.
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Week 14 |
Studio Practice Week 3, 4 you will be tasked to book studio space, equipment etc and shoot your Assessment 1 – Still life *fine art. Your teacher will be in the studio supervising for the class.
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Week 15 |
Still life *fine art Assessment *in class |
Assessment due Still life *fine art |
Week 16 |
Review Student Submissions |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at the course Blackboard site for ongoing updated information.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment tasks in this course include: written assessments and practical tasks.
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.
OVERVIEW OF ASSESSMENT
There are three graded assessment tasks for this course.
Results for graded assessment tasks are equally weighted and averaged to provide your final grade.
You must submit all pieces of assessment in order for your competency to be assessed in this course.
Assessment Task 1:
Contextual Portrait (Portrait of an artist) - Due Week 5
You are tasked to produce a conceptual studio portrait ensuring emotive use of light.
The final image must be in square format.
Assessment Task 2:
Advertising - billboard - Due Week 10
You are required to produce a high quality advertising image for a billboard.
This image must be shot in studio and formatted as horizontal.
Assessment Task 3:
Still-life/fine art - Due Week 15
You are required to produce a high quality still life image for exhibition shot.
The brief specifies a “fine art/ abstract approach”. Subjects for your still life may include flower, plant, found object etc.
This image must be shoot in studio and can be vertical or horizontal.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Evidence of the following is essential:
- ability to research, identify, test and apply lighting techniques and technology
- ability to implement OHS/quality control procedures when applying lighting techniques and technology
- ability to review personal performance when applying lighting techniques and technology.
Grades which apply to courses delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment, but which also use graded assessment:
- CHD Competent with High Distinction
- CDI Competent with Distinction
- CC Competent with Credit
- CAG Competency Achieved - Graded
- 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 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: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students
Cover Sheet for Submissions: You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions. http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=x3ddsmsrwa1hz
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.
Assessment Feedback: You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects. http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qwxbqbg739rl1
Student Progress: Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential. http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/acadprogress
Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time): If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment. http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=kehn9bz22r41
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. http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/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.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course. http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=az8fl470ucg41
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