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PHOTOGRAPHY: CONCEPTS AND PROCESSES 1
VPA1CP1
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Photography: Concepts and Processes 2 refines the study of study of theory and processes of photography as a personal, expressive, flexible visual medium. Digital and analogue capture and production technologies are investigated to extend your foundation of knowledge and skills to apply to observational photography. Building on the student's capacity as a photographer is supported by individual research and written work investigating historical and contemporary theoretical positions and a variety of expressive modes. Students are encouraged to participate in regular group gallery visits to Melbourne to reflect on how their work is contextualised in the contemporary art field. A DSLR camera is required.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorKristian Haggblom
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions CORE subject for ABCAB (Photography)
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Develop and demonstrate an understanding of creative arts practice from set and self directed projects.
- Activities:
- Lecture/ technicial based learning activities. Problem based learning activities. Student directed learning activities.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Interpret and discuss with peers contemporary and historical artworks, design, concepts, materials and technologies used in specific creative arts disciplines and context of the arts industry.
- Activities:
- Self and peer group reviews of studio work to inform development of art practice.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Describe and appraise contemporary creative practitioners through reviewing exhibitions in a variety of art galleries on site, online, and in secondary sources.
- Activities:
- Analyse approaches and document in research journal. Discuss with peers other practitioners# practices.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
04. Identify and develop appropriate skills, and apply to your disciplinary/ interdisciplinary creative art practice.
- Activities:
- Studio based learning activities. Problem based learning activities. Student directed learning activities.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
05. Manage assigned work in timely and sustainable ways.
- Activities:
- Studio based learning activities. Problem based learning activities. Student directed learning activities.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2016, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorVincent Alessi
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment 1: Response to Brief Assignment 2: Response to Brief (1400 word equivalent) | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Essay (700 word) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Folio (2000 word equivalent) | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |