ART PHOTOGRAPHY 31F – Full Year
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms A. Connon.
The focus of this course is on the development of artistic ideas. Students use their ideas and subject matter with a variety of contemporary photographic approaches to Art. Students research artists and demonstrate an understanding of established photographic practice with teacher guidance.
The course includes –
- Making original art using digital photography
- Learning and using practical art skills
- Researching and applying artist's conventions
- Editing and image making with Adobe Photoshop
Future Possibilities
Entry to tertiary Art, Design or Photography courses is usually through the submission of a folio representing a range of art study in the Year 13 courses, therefore students considering studying Art and/or Design at University should enrol in two of the following Level 3 courses: Art Design, Art Photography, Art Painting, Art Printmaking or Art Sculpture.
See Ms Connon for more information about this course.
If a student achieves 14 Level 3 credits in this course it will be counted as an approved subject for University Entrance.
Recommended Prior Learning
Maturity, enthusiasm and the ability to work independently. Successful completion of PHO21F Art Photography is required.
Students who have not successfully completed a PHO21F or 21S course need to meet with Ms Connon before confirming enrolment in Level 3 Photography.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Access to a good quality digital camera is recommended.
Please see Mr Soltero if you require advice on purchasing one.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Photography 3.2 - Use drawing to demonstrate understanding of conventions appropriate to photography
NZQA Info
Photography 3.4 - Produce a systematic body of work that integrates conventions and regenerates ideas within photography practice
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 18
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.