Tauranga Boys’ College Tauranga Boys’ College

Photography Skills 3 (S1)

XPHO
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Rhian Elmes.

Prerequisites

Students do not need any prior learning but must come with a mindset of being willing to learn.


NB: You must select an even number of Semester Courses.

This a practical hands on class where students will learn the process of taking photographs using a variety of photographic conventions. A willingness to try, experiment and learn is key to being part of this subject. Students may complete ONE or BOTH of the assessments listed below in negotiation with their teacher. If choosing both the first and second semester of this course then students will be expected to complete more than one assessment.

This subject is NOT for students currently enrolled in PHO2 or intending to study PHO3.

In choosing Semester A and B students are able to complete additional assessments.




Course Overview

Semester A
Students will select a theme for their photographic investigation that looks at and applies the knowledge and skill of their selected artist model. The investigation of ideas will need to cover conventions and the development of ideas.

Semester B
Students will select a theme for their photographic investigation that looks at and applies the knowledge and skill of their selected artist model. The investigation of ideas will need to cover conventions and the development of ideas.

Learning Areas:

Arts, Y13 Semester Courses


Career Pathways

Animator/Digital Artist, Artist, Film/Television Camera Operator, Fashion Designer, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Conservator, Jeweller, Curator, Graphic Pre-press Worker, Early Childhood Teacher, Florist, Photographer


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

$30 for the printing of photographs for exhibition.