AS/A Level Photography

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Our exciting course covers advanced photography techniques for those students who wish to further their creativity or gain a solid grounding in photographic skills. You will explore both creative and technical camera techniques with full support and expert teaching from tutors who are themselves successful published photographers.

During this course you will develop your ability to appreciate the visual world and to respond in a personal and creative way to your environment using lens-based media. The course has a large practical component where you will learn technical skills in both traditional and digital camera use, as well as black-and-white printing techniques, digital processing and manipulation. You will also learn about good composition, lighting techniques and carry out research about the history of photography and its application in society. If you have not studied the subject before you should be prepared for hard work. The skills you will develop will be many and varied. You will learn about a variety of different materials, practices and technologies in different fields of the Arts. You will develop the ability to communicate ideas and express yourself using a specialist vocabulary. You will develop an appreciation of the historical role of art, craft and design in contemporary society.