| Title: | Staging for the Camera |
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| Long Title: | Staging for the Camera |
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| Field of Study: |
Visual Arts
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| Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2018/19 ( September 2018 ) |
| Module Coordinator: |
Catherine Fehily |
| Module Author: |
ALBERT WALSH |
| Module Description: |
This module explores the theories, issues and techniques involved in staging still and moving images in the studio, on location and/or in post-production. Concentrating on inanimate objects it looks at how staging decisions and techniques impact the viewer and ultimately shape perceptions. Students respond to set assignments through the phases of previsualisation, planning, realisation and post-production, to create staged, constructed, and digitally assembled still and moving images. |
| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
| LO1 |
interrogate the relationship between reality, appearance and perception. |
| LO2 |
examine how the staging of still and moving images impacts the viewer. |
| LO3 |
apply staging techniques in the creation and post-production of still and/or moving images to realise their individual and/or group creative visions. |
| LO4 |
respond effectively to set briefs through the phases of previsualisation, planning, realisation and post-production. |
| LO5 |
use appropriate equipment and materials to realise creative visions. |
| Pre-requisite learning |
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list. |
| No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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| No requirements listed |
Co-requisites
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| No Co Requisites listed |
Module Content & Assessment
| Indicative Content |
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Theoretical Contexts
Staging – meaning, theories and contexts. Historical and contemporary staged and constructed images (still and moving). The relationship between reality, appearance and perception. Staging in different genres of photography and video i.e. portraits, still life, product identity, fashion and commercial photography and video.
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Staging Techniques
The techniques involved in staging still and moving images. Intentionally setting up scenes for the camera. Directing, constructing and manipulating still and moving images in the studio, on location and in post-production. Efficient workflow - previsualisation, planning, realisation and post-production. Working with individual and/or group creative vision.
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Course Work | 100.00% |
| Course Work |
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| Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
| Reflective Journal |
Reflective sketchbooks documenting key technical information and analysis along with details on individual creative processes. |
1,2,5 |
40.0 |
Week 11 |
| Presentation |
Portfolio of work and/or showreel |
1,2,3,4,5 |
60.0 |
Sem End |
| No End of Module Formal Examination |
| Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
| Lab |
Studio based Practical |
5.0 |
Every Week |
5.00 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Studio Research and Development |
9.0 |
Every Week |
9.00 |
| Total Hours |
14.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
14.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
5.00 |
| This module has no Part Time workload. |
Module Resources
| Recommended Book Resources |
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- Earnest, A. 2019, Lighting for Product Photography: The Digital Photographer's Step-By-Step Guide to Sculpting with Light, 2nd Ed., Amherst Media [ISBN: 978-168203406]
- Gestalten (Eds) 2017, Visual Feast: Contemporary Food Staging and Photography, Die Gestalten Verlag [ISBN: 978-389955695]
- Kwanten, R. (Ed) 2015, The Still Life: Products Telling Visual Stories in Magazines and Advertising, Die Gestalten Verlag [ISBN: 978-389955581]
- Lent, D. 2013, Video Rules: How to think about how to shoot, 1st Ed., Burgess Lent Media [ISBN: 978-061575401]
- Thomas, J. D. 2014, The Art and Style of Product Photography, John Wiley & Sons
| | Supplementary Book Resources |
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- Davis, H. 2011, Creative Close-Ups: Digital Photography Tips and Techniques, John Wiley & Sons [ISBN: 9781118076194]
- Humphrey, J. 2013, Close-Up and Macro Photography: Art and Techniques, Crowood [ISBN: 9781847975980]
- Kocka, L., Directing the Narrative and Shot Design: The Art and Craft of Directing, Vernon Press [ISBN: 978-162273288]
- Petry, M. 2013, Nature Morte: Contemporary Artists Reinvigorate the Still-Life Tradition, Thames and Hudson Ltd [ISBN: 978-050023906]
| | This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| Other Resources |
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- Blog: Photofocusn/a
- Website: Purchon, C. 2017, Setting the Stage for Your Video, Sprout Video
- Blog: StrobistLearn how to light
- Blog: TechSmith BlogHow to Get the Perfect Lighting for
Video
- Website/Blog: Texter, L. 2016, Filming Food: What You Need to Know
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