Course Title: Capture photographic images
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2018
Course Code: VART6347C
Course Title: Capture photographic images
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School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5336 - Diploma of Fashion Styling
Course Contact: Anni Juracich
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9236
Course Contact Email: anni.juracich@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Monty Coles
monty.coles@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will explore the foundation skills and knowledge needed to capture images for fashion styling. You will become familiar with the basic features of a digital stills camera and develop an awareness of lighting, colour, space, shape, line, pattern and texture when taking photographs. You will also learn to store photos for quick retrieval.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVPHI302A Capture photographic images |
Element: |
1. Prepare to capture digital images |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Discuss photographic project with relevant people and select appropriate camera and accessories |
Element: |
2. Preview and experiment with image capture |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Operate digital camera according to manufacturer specifications |
Element: |
3. Review images |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Download digital images or scan developed film images using appropriate digital imaging software where appropriate |
Element: |
4. Enhance images |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1. Enhance images using digital imaging software |
Element: |
5. Finalise image capture process |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1. Catalogue as required, ensuring extraction and embedding of all necessary metadata as required |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge to demonstrate competency in the above elements within a fashion styling context.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities may include tutorials, practical workshops in both a photography & design studio as well as off campus activities. All Activities will encourage both individual and group based learning responsibilities and outcomes.
Teaching Schedule
WEEK 1 |
Course overview - introduction Discussion on assessments & course requirements (including assessments) INTRO THE Subject(S) Overview of what will be happening The “Why of things”;- ● Journey of photography ● History ● Style evolved because of technology ● Analogue (now there’s a crossover) OHS- How to be on set, what to wear etc etc - Activity - As a photographer write down 5 things you’re responsible for when you’re on set! Creation of FS Instagram Account – Your Personal Style Platform - Create a Fashion Scrapbook of Ideas and Inspiration. Introduction to Fashion Photography ● Studio vs Location - ● Discussion on how a professional fashion photoshoot works - ● Discussion of the decisions we need to make for Fashion Shoot Introduction to Photography ● Cameras ● what makes a good photo. ● aperture settings In Class Location Photography excursion - Practical class walking you through a Location photoshoot. |
WEEK 2 |
Fashion photography Discussion of how a professional fashion photoshoot works; studio versus location planning troubleshooting Shooting campus life Moodboard Activity |
WEEK 3 |
Lighting; ● Different types (artificial versus natural, hard versus soft) ● What gear you need Professional workflow;, ● image capture, uploading, image editing, exporting for media or print, producing quality images for magazines, blogs or exhibition. Research Fashion Photographers |
WEEK 4 |
Street Photography - Discussion on Street photography styles • aperture • ISO • Lighting (front/back lit, open shade) • Multiple shots • planning • fundamentals - (choosing a subject) • People on the move • choosing a place to stand to maximise a good shot • choosing a background |
WEEK 5 |
VAMFF - behind the scenes and preview shows
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WEEK 6-7 |
Getting Technical ● Working with models ● Posing for a Creative shot ○ Not real life ○ What are Tear sheets? ○ History of poses - ■ Why are some things the way they ■ Some that worked a long time ago ■ Creating a point of difference (including middle of the road poses) ○ How to direct a model ● Some move/some need to be directed ● Walking the model through Activity - students pair up. One is the photographer, one the model. Photographer directs the model to achieve set poses, then takes photo. Swap photographer and model. |
WEEK 8 |
Discussion on Composition - capturing a great photography Instagram platform for ideas and professional promotion |
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SEMESTER BREAK |
WEEK 9 |
What happens on the day of the shoot? ● From start to finish Activity - students to carry out mock photoshoot; each has a role in a creative teams; one is photographer, one is the stylist, someone does hair and makeup, one is the model Each team has a similar brief - maybe just a different brand |
WEEK 10 |
Introduction and discussion of Assessment Task 3 Networking |
WEEK 11 |
Behind the scenes shooting composition ● Capturing atmosphere ● Lighting |
WEEK 12 |
Compiling a body of work - critically selecting work to tell a story
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WEEK 13 |
Discussion on concept/photography requirements for Apply Design Studio Process Assessment Task 3 technical requirements; ● Selecting a location on campus ● lighting ● backdrop |
WEEK 14 |
Shooting your Apply Design Studio Process Task 3 Outfit ● Styling your festival "look" ● Arrange model, hair and make up ● accessories |
WEEK 15 |
Presentation of Assessment Task 3
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| WEEK 16 | Feedback - review and discussion |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You will have access to a photography studio and equipment as well as a simulated styling design workroom equipped with fitting rooms and facilities such as computer laboratories as required. Plus an On-line learning HUB
The University Library has extensive resources for Fashion and Textiles students. The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies Fashion and Textiles Library Guides including
•Fashion magazines
•Fashion Books
•Database (e.g. WGSN)
•library guides http://rmit.libguides.com/fashionstyling
The Library provides guides on academic referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian Michelle Matheson michelle.matheson@rmit.edu.au (Brunswick)
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and has been designed to measure achievement of each element in a flexible manner. Assessment will incorporate a variety of methods including projects and assignments designed for students to demonstrate their ability to profile and tailor marketing to different segments. To successfully complete these course students must demonstrate competency in all elements as listed.
This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. All assessment tasks must be completed before competency can be achieved. Feedback will be provided throughout the semester on all assessment tasks.
Results for this course are delivered and assessed in accordance with Graded competency-based assessment are:
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
Students will be eligible for a graded result higher than Competency achieved only if work is submitted on time and competency has been demonstrated within the standard enrolment period and on the first assessment attempt. Units assessed as ‘not yet competent’ on a first assessment attempt and ‘competent’ on a second or subsequent attempt are to have results amended to competent but will not be eligible for grading. Students are advised that they may be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to confirm aspects of competency not evidenced in class or through assessments.
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Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1 - Street Style Due Week 6
Explore locations, lighting, composition and your camera to express your aesthetic of Melbourne Style
Assessment Task 2 - Style for an Image Due Week 8
Explore your creativity using the controls of your camera to capture an promotional image for garments sourced from an RMIT Fashion design/design technology student.
Assessment Task 3 - Burning Man Due Week 15
You will create a promotional image for your Burning Man outfit. The image could be used for promotion of your skill set.
Assessment Matrix
|
Element 1. Prepare to capture digital images |
Element 2. Preview and experiment with image capture |
Element 3. Review images |
Element 4. Enhance images |
Element 5. Finalise image capture process |
Assessment Task 1 - Street Style |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3 | 2.2, 2.3 |
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 |
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5.1, 5.2 |
Assessment Task 2 - Style for an Image |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3 | 2.1, 2.2 |
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 |
4.2 |
5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
Assessment Task 3 - Festival Photography |
1.1, 1.3 | 2.2 |
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5 |
4.1, 4.3 |
5.1, 5.2 |
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