Level 2 Photography
12PHO Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Whaea A. Jelicich.
Entry CriteriaTo gain entry into Level 2 Photography the successful completion of a Level 1 course in Art is beneficial. If not, then please see the HOD Art before selecting this course as there are substantial costs associated with this course.
Students must also meet the requirements to study a Level 2 NCEA Award.
It is recommended that you have prior experience with digital technologies and are computer proficient, as work produced in this course is done through using Adobe Photoshop.
To do this course students will need a DSLR camera and a device capable of running the adobe software.
Level 2 Photography
Students learn and engage within the context of Art Photography in New Zealand. Developing their technical skills, learning from established practice photographers and building up their own photographic practice.
Photography offers a dynamic avenue for student learning, as it enables them to foster creativity and explore their own unique themes and ideas. Through the process of creating, analysing, and presenting photographic artworks, students develop an understanding of visual literacy.
The course empowers students to work independently, fostering an environment where their creativity and problem-solving skills flourish, enabling them to enhance their photographic practice. It is important that students understand that this is a critical thinking subject and requires more than just taking photos to achieve.
Students are required to have their own DSLR camera and a device capable of running the adobe creative cloud software to take this subject.
Learning Areas:
Year 12 Visual and Performing Arts, Art
Pathway
Level 3 Art Design, Level 3 Photography, Level 3 Sculpture
Equipment/Stationery and Course CostsStudents will need their own digital SLR camera.
Course costs involve a $10 Adobe User License to use Adobe CC programs on the school computers. In addition, students may wish to have Adobe CC on their personal computers at an additional cost. Students are also required to pay a resource fee to have their folio panels printed at the end of the year.
This course makes significant use of digital learning material at various times during the year. It is advantageous for a student to have a laptop during these times. Some learning activities, including assessments, will not be able to be completed without a laptop.