Digital Photography

Digital Photography

Subject Length: 1 semester

Subject Fee: $40  (Cost subject to change)

If you are an aspiring Photographer seeking to gain the skills and knowledge of photographic techniques, processes and post production, or if you just enjoy the creative process of capturing the world that we live in, this subject is for you.  Digital Photography will offer you the opportunity to explore the theoretical and technical skills of a DSLR camera, editing software and analysing artists and their works. This subject will challenge you creatively to consider the world from a different perspective using various techniques. Through the presentation of a portfolio, you will have the opportunity to plan and carry out your own photoshoot which will document your creative journey through steps of the design process, supported with annotations that assist in developing your literacy skills and ability to discuss and express your ideas and processes. 

What is studied?

Within this subject student learning is based upon the following key knowledge and concepts:

• Technical and theoretical aspects of a DSLR camera, including Aperture, Shutter Speed and ISO priority and manual settings

• Technical and theoretical aspects of industry-standard editing software using Adobe Photoshop

• Experimentation and Photographic manipulation techniques and processes using Adobe Photoshop

• Analysing the formal qualities of own and other practitioner’s photographic works

• Development of technical skills through Photographic Techniques and Compositional Rules

• Development of a Digital Portfolio, following and documenting the Design Process

• Development of technical skills through the exploration of the Art Principles through theoretical and practical workshops

What type of work is done?

Within this subject student learning is developed and assessed through:

• Practical workshops supported by annotation and reflection

• Development of a Digital Portfolio

• Produce and experiment with photographic works

• Written and visual analysis tasks

• Annotations of photographic works to explain photographic processes

• End of semester exam

Additional Information

• Opportunities for students to use their interests/passions to further explore applications and show individual understanding

• Opportunities for students to develop their knowledge and skills in the program Adobe Photoshop to further experiment and manipulate photographs

• Year 10 Digital Photography can lead into Year 11 & 12 Visual Art subjects where students can choose to specialise in Digital Photography