Photography
Contact : Mr D Cimmermann Email : cimmermannd @ pocklingtonschool . com
Course : A Level Photography Exam Board : Edexcel
The Photography course has been constructed to explore the use of the camera in today ’ s art world . The use of a digital camera is the backbone of the course . Students are shown how to use all the functions on the camera and are taught various techniques in order to enhance good practice . Images are uploaded to Apple Mac computers on which students are taught how to develop and refine their work using Photoshop . Image making develops into animation and video work where students are taught how to use After Effects software to enhance their footage .
Pupils are expected to own their own camera with an appropriate 8 – 32 GB SD card .
PHOTOGRAPHY AS A QUALIFICATION FOR FURTHER STUDY AND CAREER OPTIONS
This course is suitable for students who have an interest or aptitude for the subject or who wish to pursue careers for which a photography background is relevant . These might include advertising , architecture , television , theatre , art gallery work , product design , photography and animation .
The normal route for pupils wishing to study beyond Sixth Form would be a foundation course . For more information please contact the Head of the Art Department .
CONTENT OF COURSE
Personal Study : A 2000 word essay .
Personal Investigation : A full range of practical work and supporting studies presented as an exhibition of work .
Externally Set Assignment : A portfolio of work leading up to a 15 hour exam .
COURSE ENTRY AND QUALIFICATIONS
Students considering photography should have a commitment to and interest in creativity and exploration . Academic qualifications for the course are the same as the school requirement for the Sixth Form .
COURSE OUTLINE
A level ( examining all components of the 2 year course )
PAPER CONTENT MARKS AVAILABLE
Personal Investigation
A full range of practical work and supporting studies presented as an exhibition of work
60 %
“ You don ’ t take a photograph , you make it .”
Ansel Adams
Personal Study
Externally Set Assignment
A 2000 word essay
A portfolio of work leading up to a 15-hour exam
40 %
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