Unit Title/s
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30: Location Photography
23: Photographic Media, Techniques & Technology
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Qualification
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BTEC Level 3
Extended Diploma in Art &Design (Photography)
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Assessor
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Alex Drozd
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Start Date
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Week 21
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5th March 2014
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Deadline Date
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Week 30
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25th June 2014
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Feedback Date
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Week 32
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Assignment 1
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LOCATION 2: Produce Location photos in a variety of location
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This
assignment covers the following Grading Criteria
30: Location Photography (ALL)
23: Photographic Media, Techniques & Technology (ALL)
[See Assessment Criteria section for
details]
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The purpose of this assignment
is to:
30: Location Photography
The aim of this unit is to
introduce learners to the characteristics of location photography. Learners
will create photographs on location whilst developing their ability to use
the technology, media and techniques associated with location photography.
23: Photographic Media,
Techniques & Technology
The aim
of this unit is to develop learners’ skills, knowledge and understanding of
the ways in which different photographic media, techniques and technology
contribute to the creation of imaginative photographs. Learners will generate
ideas and use photographic media, techniques and technology when creating
their own photographs.
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Scenario:
Developing
photography skills on location can take time to develop. ‘Practice makes
perfect’ is a good mantra to follow for photographers wanting to improve the
quality of their work. Building up a good set of images can take a series of
visits to locations.
This
kind of thinking does not apply on many commercial photo-shoots. The window
of opportunity to take photographs for a client can be very short sometimes
(an hour or 2) and weather conditions may not be suitable at that time. Being
prepared for all eventualities and also having a good idea of what you want
to do with a location are key to success.
For this
assignment you will be given a short timescale to create images on 3
different locations. You will also be given a wider experience of different
locations than the first location assignment.
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The Brief
For
this assignment you will need to produce location photographs from 3 different
location types.
Locations:
You
will be introduced to the skills involved in photographing a series of
locations as well as the work of practitioners working in that area.
Although
the location types are listed, the actual locations where you create your
images will be your own choice apart from work undertaken for the college.
You will need to decide on your locations, research the work of existing
practitioners, decide on your approach and plan the location shoots.
You
will to produce a risk assessment and include maps/floor plans for the
locations and also think about considerations e.g. what equipment and
clothing, where and when you are going and also think about the light and
weather etc. Each choice you make e.g. camera and lens combination, will need
a justification in your write-up.
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Task 1
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Location planning
and reflection on the planning
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Completion Date: varies per
location (see separate sheet)
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Initial ideas: Location recce,
plans, risk assessment
Research: Get inspired and examine successful
images by looking at the work of existing/established practitioners. Research
possible locations for your assignment work.
Plan:
– Plan your location photos – equipment, time
of day, weather, any other considerations, style etc. Justify why you have
made your decisions regarding your approach, equipment and accessories..
(U30: P1,
M1, D1
– U23: P1, P2 – U23: P3, M3, D3, )
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Task 2
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The final
location photographs
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Completion Date: varies per
location (see separate sheet)
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Production:
Take the photographs, ensuring that the
photos are well exposed, balanced for colour, sharp and well lit (where
applicable)
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Computer – Photoshop etc - use the software to finalise the images
(U30: P2,
M2, D2, P3 – U23:
P3 – U23: P1, M1, D1, P2, M2,
D2 )
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Task 3
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Reflection on
your project
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Completion Date: varies per
location (see separate sheet)
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Reflect on the whole process. This will include
your inspirations and also your plan and the locations you have chosen.
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Evaluate the process – what could have been
better?
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Did the work of the practitioners you looked at
help you with your project?
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How did they help you?
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Did anything change during the project?
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Evaluate the images – how good are they?
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Did they meet up to your expectation?
(U30: P4, M4, M3, D3 – U23: P4,
M4)
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Assignment evidence
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Tick when complete
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Task 1
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Research
and plans - This includes
research on the work of practitioners, location recce, floor plans, shooting
plans, risk assessments, equipment lists etc.
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Task 2
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Final
set of photographs: This includes and explanation of all
stages in the production, including information on how you shot your
photographs and what you did with the software.
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Task 3
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An
evaluation of the images and the process. What have you learned from
the assignment?
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All
of the above Tasks will provide the necessary evidence
for the units listed below as outlines in the Tasks section:
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Unit 30: Photography Location Techniques
To achieve a pass grade
the evidence must show that you are able to:
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To achieve a merit grade
the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass criteria, you
are able to:
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To achieve a distinction
grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass and merit criteria,
you are able to:
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P1
describe the characteristics of location photography
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M1
analyse the characteristics of location photography
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D1
evaluate the characteristics
of
location photography
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P2
use photographic technology, techniques and media to make
photographs on location
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M2
use photographic technology, techniques and media coherently and
effectively to make photographs on location
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D2
use photographic technology,
techniques
and media to independently create location photographs that imaginatively realise
planned intentions
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P3
create location photographs that realise planned intentions
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M3
create location photographs that consistently realise planned
intentions.
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D3
explain own location
photography
with considered
reflection
on the production
process
using correct technical language.
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P4
review own location
photography.
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M4
discuss own location
photography
with considered reflection upon the production process
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Unit
23: Photographic Media, Techniques and Technology
To achieve a pass grade the
evidence must show that you are able to:
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To achieve a merit grade
the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass criteria, you
are able to:
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To achieve a distinction
grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass and merit criteria,
you are able to:
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P1 investigate photographic
media, techniques and technology
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M1 investigate effectively,
a
diverse range of photographic
media, techniques and
technology
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D1 investigate
independently,
a comprehensive range of photographic media, techniques and
technology
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P2 use photographic media,
techniques and technology
safely
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M2 use coherently, a
diverse
range of photographic media,
techniques and technology
safety
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D2 use innovatively, a
comprehensive range of photographic media, techniques and technology safety
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P3 list the characteristics
and
properties of photographic
materials
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M3 describe the
characteristics
and properties of a diverse
range of photographic materials
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D3 describe in detail with
correct terminology, the characteristics and properties of a comprehensive
range of photographic materials
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P4 discuss own use of photographic
media, techniques and technology.
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M4 analyse own use of
photographic media, techniques and technology.
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D4 evaluate own use of
photographic media, techniques and technology.
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This brief has been verified as being fit for purpose
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Assessor
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Alex Drozd
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Location 2 Part 2 – Photographing
interiors / for the college
What do you need to write?
Research – finding similar
photographs and tutorials online
What did you find from these?
Plans – what do/did you
need to consider for the photoshoot?
Technical and artistic
The photos – 3 of the best
What’s good and bad about them
Review -
What did you learn from the experience? What will you do
better next time?
Location 2 Part 2 – Photographing
interiors / for the college
What do you need to write?
Research – finding similar
photographs and tutorials online
What did you find from these?
Plans – what do/did you
need to consider for the photoshoot?
Technical and artistic
The photos – 3 of the best
What’s good and bad about them
Review -
What did you learn from the experience? What will you do
better next time?
PART 2
