Still Photography – II (Theory)

Paper Code: 
24VSP231
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
30.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

The course will enable the students to identify and explain various types of camera and their functions. Explain how photography evolved over the period of time. Develop and apply elements of picture design and sense of composition.

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course

Course Outcomes 

Learning And Teaching Strategies

Assessment Strategies 

Course Code

Course Title

 

24VSP 231

 

Still Photography – II

(Theory)

CO1: Evaluate and select appropriate camera systems and accessories to achieve specific photographic goals.

CO2: Infer and apply knowledge of history of photography and evaluation of technology

CO3: Critically analyse and synthesise photojournalism, landscape photography, and advertising techniques to develop visually compelling narratives that inform, evoke emotions, and persuade viewers.

CO4:  Analyse compositional principles and the effects of various filters (UV, polarising, skylight, neutral density), to design and execute photographs that achieve a desired visual impact.

CO5: Evaluate the interplay of colour, shape, texture, and form to design visually compelling compositions that evoke specific emotions or tell a story.

CO6: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

Approach In Teaching:

Discussion, Tutorials, Demonstration, Brainstorming

 

Learning Activities For The Students:

Self-Learning Assignments, Giving Tasks, Visualization, Experimenting, Sketching To Learn, Free Exploration, Focused Exploration

2 Annual Tests, Assignments, Solving problems in tutorials, Individual Presentation

 

6.00
Unit I: 
Cameras and Their Components

Camera – Types of camera and study of various parts of a camera

 
6.00
Unit II: 
History of Photography and Technological Advancements

Origin and history of photography 

Evaluation of technology

 
6.00
Unit III: 
Storytelling Through Images

Photojournalism

Landscape Photography

Advertising Photography

 
6.00
Unit IV: 
Composition & Filter Effects

Composition in Photography

Types of Filter- Ultraviolet, Polarising, Sky Lighting, Neutral Density etc

 
6.00
Unit V: 
Elements of picture design

Colour

Shape

Texture

Form

 
Essential Readings: 
  1. Sunil Janah, Photographing India, Oxford University Press
  2. Richard Yot, Light for Visual Artists Understanding & using Light in Art & Design, Laurence King Publishing
  3. Focal guide to low light - photography
  4. Photojournalism - Cliffton C. Edom
  5. Advanced digital photography- By Tom Ang
  6. New Introductory photography course - By Jhon Hedgecone's
  7. Photography - by Peter Cattrell

Suggested Readings:

  1. Alex Larg & Jane Wood, Pro Lighting Erotica, Rotovision SA 
  2. Art Director’s Index to Photographers 24, Volume 2, Rotovision SA
  3. Colour prints by Coote
References: 
  1. Introduction to Photography: The Universal Language (photographylife.com)
  2. 20 Essential Photography Tips for Beginners (bobbooks.co.uk)
  3. Photography Basics – The Ultimate Beginner’s Photography Guide (capturetheatlas.com)
  4. Photography for Beginners Guide - 42West, Adorama
  5. 30 Photography Composition Tips in 30 Minutes - YouTube
Academic Year: 
2024-2025
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