760-323 Advanced Photography

A quota of 20 students per class applies. This subject may be credited towards a major in either media arts or visual arts. The subject was formerly known as 760-323 Photography 3. Students who have completed 760-323 Photography 3 (prior to 2003) are not eligible to enrol in this subject

760-222 Media Production: Photography or equivalent.

This subject provides an introduction to sensitometry, low light photography, the shooting of high key and low key images, infrared film, non-silver imaging, the use of medium format cameras and archival processing and finishing. Other issues examined in the subject include critical analysis of images, copyright, and moral and ethical issues in photography. Analogue and digital techniques may be used.

• be able to conduct research through competent use of the library and other information sources, and through defining areas of enquiry and methods of research;

• demonstrate teamwork through joint performance preparation;

• demonstrate time management, independent organization and planning;

• communicate knowledge in oral, written and/or creative form.

Class participation and work equivalent to 4000 words comprising two assignments in sensitometry 10% each (due early in semester), two research projects approved by the lecturer 50% (due during semester) and a folio of six related prints 30% (due at the end of semester).