This course will teach you about the Single Lens Reflex (SLR) camera and how to control it manually. You will also learn how to develop B&W film and printing techniques, and you will have the opportunity to develop a project from a given theme.
Course tutor | John Arnision | |
Course technician | Marcus Garcia | |
Day & time | Level one: Level two: | Thursday, 6.30–9.00pm Monday, 6.30–9.00pm (Places still available) |
Dates | Course one: | w/c 21 September – w/c 30 November 2009 |
Course two: | w/c 11 January – w/c 22 March 2010 | |
Course three: | w/c 12 April - w/c 21 June 2010 (Monday classes, w/c 28 June) | |
Course content (Please note: this course is not digital) | Level One: This course will teach you about the Single Lens Reflex (SLR) camera and how to control it manually. You will also learn how to develop B&W film and printing techniques, and you will have the opportunity to develop a project from a given theme. There will be a different theme each ten week course which will develop your understanding of using the camera as a creative tool and not just about the technical side, but a much more experimental and fun way of learning about this versatile subject. Course one: Photographing People After having your introduction on how to take pictures using a SLR camera and how to develop and print your photos, you will learn how to use the studio and take pictures on the given theme. You will look at composition, lighting, effects and develop an interesting collection of photos. Course two: Still Life If you are a continuing student, you will get stuck in the studio developing ideas on the given theme. If you are a new student, you will be taken through a technical introduction and join in with the project part way through the course. This term will mainly be spent in the studio photographing objects, using unique lighting methods and working with other students to develop your individual creative response to the theme of still life. Course three: Cityscapes Taking the course to the outdoors, you will learn techniques associated with photography the city, develop your own creative response top the theme whilst learning about composition and how to take great photographs. By the end of the course you will be able to: · Use a camera effectively. · Understand shutter speed, aperture and how to choose film. · Develop film and prints with confidence. Level one is for complete beginners or anyone needing a technical refresher. | |
Level two: This level will focus on developing individual style and ideas through to the completion of a project. A non compulsory project will be available for students that need direction and demonstrations on advanced photography techniques will support learning at this level. If you haven’t previously studied this subject at the College, please complete the Pre-Course Questionnaire and return with your enrolment form. | ||
Teaching | Sessions are based around discussion, demonstrations of techniques and practical work where you will work on your own and with others. | |
Location/ facilities | The course is held in the College’s well-equipped photographic department at Vernon Street Building, in the city centre. Parking is limited around the site although there is a College car park at the Blenheim Walk Building, costing £1 for the evening. A permit should be bought from the car park attendant and displayed. | |
Teaching | Sessions are based around discussion, demonstrations of techniques and practical work where you will work on your own and with others. | |
Equipment and materials costs | Introductory materials are included in the course fees but you will have to pay for film and paper after the first introductory sessions; these can be purchased from the College at cost price. | |
College information | You will be issued with a swipe card which you will need to access the building. Evening class students will be able to access the College from 5.00-9.00pm on the evening of the class. | |
Fees | For 2009/2010, we are introducing loyalty fees for those students who return to study with us:
Fees will be subject to change for 2010/2011 | |
Booking a place | We enrol for each course at the start of each term. However students who are already enrolled get priority for places on the next course – to give them the opportunity to develop their skills – with any places not taken up being offered to those who’ve left their details for our mailing list. If you would like to be added to our mailing list, or if you would like to enrol on the next course, please contact Neil Hedges on 0113 202 8165 or email at neil.hedges@leeds-art.ac.uk. | |
More information | For further information or a booking form to be sent out in the post, please contact: Neil Hedges on 0113 202 8165 Louisa Parker on 0113 202 8162 louisa.parker@leeds-art.ac.uk Marianne Springham on 0113 202 8162 | |