Photography

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Why choose this subject?

Photography allows you to explore the world visually by working with cameras, digital editing software, lighting, composition and creative image-making.

You will learn how to use a camera confidently, develop your editing skills, experiment with studio and location photography, and build a body of creative, expressive work.

This subject is perfect if you enjoy taking photographs, noticing details, telling stories through images, or expressing ideas visually. Photography helps you develop confidence, creativity, problem-solving and technical skills that are valuable in many creative and digital careers.

What does a typical lesson look like?

Lessons include:

· Practical photo shoots indoors or outdoors

· Studio sessions using lighting, backdrops and controlled setups

· Digital editing and photo-manipulation workshops

· Research into photographers and visual styles

· Exploring composition, colour, movement, abstraction and narrative

· Reviewing and selecting your best images

· Building your digital/printed portfolio

What sort of learner does well in this subject?

You will thrive in Photography if you:

• Enjoy taking photos and exploring creative ideas

• Are curious about how cameras, composition and lighting work

• Can work independently on long-term projects

• Are willing to experiment and take lots of test shots

• Like using digital editing tools (e.g. Photoshop or similar)

• Can reflect on your work and improve it through feedback

You do not need an expensive camera, but you do need a camera of your own — the department will advise on what camera to purchase and teach all technical skills from the ground up.

How is this course assessed?

The course has two components:

Component 1: Portfolio (60%)

A digital and/or printed portfolio showcasing your best photographic work. It includes a sustained project such as: Portrait photography. Landscape or nature photography, Documentary or storytelling photography, Experimental and abstract image-making, studio lighting and controlled shoots

You will research photographers, record ideas, experiment with techniques, and present a final series of images.

Component 2: Externally-Set Assignment (40%)

In Year 11 you choose a starting point from an AQA exam paper. You create preparatory photographic work, then complete a 10-hour supervised final shoot or composite outcome.

What could this course lead on to?

GCSE Photography leads naturally to A-Level Photography, A-Level Art & Design, BTEC Digital Media, or creative vocational courses.

Photography is a pathway into many exciting fields, including:

· Photographer (studio, portrait, fashion or freelance)

· Photojournalist or Documentary Photographer

· Digital Content Creator / Social Media Photographer

· Film, TV or Media Production

· Graphic Designer or Creative Director

· Wildlife or Landscape Photographer

· Marketing and Advertising

· Visual Communications or Branding

Who can tell me more about this subject?

Mrs Christian, Faculty Leader of Art and Technology

Miss Davies, Teacher of Photography

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