LEVEL: Stage 1
SACE Credits: 10 credits for each Semester
LENGTH: One Semester or Two Semesters
Recommended background: Year 10 Photography preferred but not essential.
Content:
Students begin to develop an understanding of fundamental skills and techniques associated with digital image capture and editing. They will gain the knowledge required to use DSLR cameras in manual setting and will learn how to achieve the best photographic results through the manipulation of Shutter Speed, Aperture and ISO. They will develop skills working with Lightroom and Photoshop to edit their images using a range of techniques.
Photography A:
Photography A is structured as the entry point for the senior photography subject pathway and is the best choice for students wishing to select only one semester of Photography in Year 11.
In this program, students will develop the skills to get the best results when shooting in a variety of natural and artificial lighting scenarios with a focus on camera techniques including exploring exposure times, aperture range, close up techniques, freelensing, architecture, landscape and portrait photography. Students will also develop a range of creative post processing techniques using Photoshop and Lightroom.
Assessment:
Students’ performance will be determined according to the subject’s Performance Standards, as outlined by the SACE Board. Grades A to E will be used for reporting purposes.
Tasks included
- Skills and Application tasks – 40%
- Design Development (Folio) – 30%
- Solution Realisation (Product) – 30%
Special Requirements:
It is beneficial for students to have their own DSLR but school ones are provided. It is also highly recommended that students provide their own SD card.
Students will be provided an Adobe Design Suite software subscription on their personal device for the duration of this subject.
Leads to: Stage 1 Photography B (Digital Communication Solutions) and Stage 2 Photography (Digital Communication Solutions)