| Title: | Working with Images |
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| Long Title: | Working with Images |
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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 concentrates on entire and efficient workflow in digital photography and video. Students are required to develop effective photography and video skills and efficient working practices through the stages of pre-production, production and post-production. |
| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
| LO1 |
demonstrate effective photographic media skills and an efficient workflow through the stages of pre-production, production and post-production. |
| LO2 |
formulate an effective shooting plan outlining how the photography and/or video project will be managed. |
| LO3 |
create a series of still and moving digital images in response to selected issues, themes and/or subjects. |
| LO4 |
use a range of software in post processing effectively and flexibly. |
| LO5 |
present a well structured portfolio. |
| 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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Pre-production
Developing visual research skills. Identifying starting points, themes, issues and/or subject matter.
Planning a shoot - generating a shooting plan and resourcing the project.
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Production
Capturing images - composition, line, framing, form, space, colour, light texture.
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Post-Production
Image Editing and Processing. Use of photo and video editing software.
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Presentation
Selecting and presenting still and moving images. Portfolio preparation and presentation. Alternative presentations - ePortfolios
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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 sketchbook documenting the student's visual research. |
1,2 |
50.0 |
Week 11 |
| Presentation |
Photography and video work |
1,3,4,5 |
50.0 |
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 |
4.0 |
Every Week |
4.00 |
| Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) |
Tutorial |
1.0 |
Every Week |
1.00 |
| 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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- Andersson, B. 2015, The DSLR Filmmaker's Handbook: Real-World Production Techniques, 2nd Ed., Sybex [ISBN: 978-111898349]
- Kelby, S. 2012, Light It, Shoot It, Retouch It, New Riders [ISBN: 9780321786616]
- Leirpoll, J. et al 2017, The Cool Stuff in Premiere Pro: Learn advanced editing techniques to dramatically speed up your workflow, Apress [ISBN: 9781484228906]
- Perello, I. 2018, Making Photographs: Developing a Personal Visual Workflow, Rocky Nook [ISBN: 978-168198399]
- Russotti, P. 2017, Digital Photography Best Practices and Workflow Handbook, Elsevier Science & Technology Books [ISBN: 9781138417984]
- Schewe, J. 2014, The Digital Print: Preparing Images in Lightroom and Photoshop for Printing, Peachpit Press [ISBN: 9780321908452]
| | Supplementary Book Resources |
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- Ang, T. 2016, Digital Photographer's Handbook, 6th edition Ed., DK [ISBN: 9781465450869]
- Freeman, M (Ed) 2014, Photo School: Fundamentals, Octopus Publishing Group [ISBN: 9781781579909]
- Kelby, S. 2013, The Adobe Photoshop CS6 Book for Digital Photographers, New Riders [ISBN: 9780321823748]
| | This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| Other Resources |
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- Website: Adobe Education ExchangeDigital Video Production Workflow
- Website: Cambridge in ColourDigital Photo Editing Workflow
- Website: Coalson, N.Digital Photo Editing Workflow – Better
Images From Capture to Output
, Digital Photography School
- Website: Elise, L.How to Plan a Photo Shoot, Photography Life
- Website/Blog: Simone Kovacs, D.A Complete Guide to Video Production
Management
, Story Hunter
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