Level 3 Photography
13PHO Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs D. Young.
Recommended Prior LearningLevel 2 Photography is recommended but is not a prerequisite, however a motivated and diligent work ethic is needed to be successful at this level. Students must have a good level of literacy to cope with written assessment.
Level 3 Photography
Painting, Design and Photography are offered as separate Level 3 subjects. Students are advised to select no more than two of these subjects. Methodical study during the year focusing on generating ideas, analysing and regenerating ideas, will lead to an in-depth exploration and extension into the making of original artworks. Students are expected to be able to work independently and with guidance from teaching staff.
Course Overview
Term 1
Photographic analysis
Camera Techniques
Software Tutorials in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
Term 2
Written photographic analysis internal achievement standard
Photographic image-making internal achievement standard
Planning and development of thematic idea for External Portfolio
Term 3
External Portfolio
Term 4
Completion of external portfolio and printing
Completion of Scholarship if entered
Career Pathways
Animator/Digital Artist, Film/Television Camera Operator
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryStudent must have own DSLR Camera. You will also need a USB stick to save your images. There will be a further $75 printing charge in Term 4, students will be required to print their portfolio at Warehouse Stationary.