Art and Design (Photography)

Saint Claudine's Catholic School for Girls

02089652986

Crownhill Road, London, NW10 4EP

Course summary

You will be introduced to a variety of experiences exploring a range of photographic techniques, styles and genres, including: portraiture, documentary, photojournalism, landscape and experimental imagery. You will develop technical understanding relating to the composition of images and an ability to explore the different elements of visual language. ● Portraiture ● Street photography ● Recreate a masterpiece ● Macro Photography ● Fashion Photography ● SLR Camera skills ● Experimental Photography ● Light Painting ● Still life ● Found still life ● Black & White/Coĺour Other key aspects of the course are: ● 100% Practical and Contextual work (NO theory based exams) ● Examining Board AQA ● Access to SLR Cameras and a range of lenses to develop skills. What will you be able to do with the subject at university or as a career? This course allows students to apply for a variety of Higher Education courses including Foundation Degrees, HNDs and BA degrees in Art, Design and different areas of Photography. Courses such as Documentary Photography, Photographic Art, Fashion Photography, Fine Art, Art Practice, Graphic Design, Animation, Media Studies, Multimedia and Lens Based Media, Film and Television. This course will develop the essential skills needed for study at a higher level and those needed for employment. Students could leave this course and gain direct entry to a junior position within a photographic studio. Speakers, trips, conferences or other Educational opportunities: While most of the work is studio based, students will,need to meet the demands of the subject through active research, gallery visits and a broad range engagement in the whole area of photography, art and design. We also offer a regular programme of visits to galleries in London and involve students with visiting artists and lecturers. For more information, see Ms Faik