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Introduction to the principles of photography

Photography

Unit Summary

This is a teacher led unit which introduces to pupils to the skills within their endorsements. Through a series of workshop activities, students experiment with a range of materials and techniques. They develop a range of studies exploring mark making media, print and mixed media.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to analyse and take photographs using key principles.

Key Notes

  • Photography is a powerful way to tell stories without words.
  • Photography is the practice of using light to create images.
  • There are six key principles of photographic composition.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • photography: the art and practice of using light to create images
  • light: what makes a photo possible, it controls how we see the subject and sets the mood

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Phones produce high quality photos, so photography with cameras is redundant

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain the lesson in two key points.

Photography is a powerful way to tell stories without words. Photography is the practice of using light to create images.

2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'photography'

the art and practice of using light to create images.

3. Correct this common mistake.

Mistake: Phones produce high quality photos, so photography with cameras is redundant. Correction: Phone cameras are powerful, but professional cameras give more control, lens options, and depth of field, which matters for creative and technical work.

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