Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

A practical introduction to photography and photojournalism

For those who want to learn the practicalities of visual journalism and complete a practical assignment with help and advice from a working photojournalist. Ideal for students who have completed our beginner's and 'Photographing people' courses.

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Key course information

Dates
05/01/12 - 08/03/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
10 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £258
Senior fee: £258
Concession: £155

Venue
PS - Photography Studio

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Course code
VY630

Availability
This date is full

This course is full

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Course outline

What is the course about?

Using practical exercises, history, theory and technique, discussion, analysis of images and context, the classes will help you develop your own creative style. You will learn about portraiture, landscape, documentary, news, sport/action and street photography, and how to sell and market your work for publication. You will also work on photojournalistic projects in your own time to complement the different class themes.

What topics will we cover?

- developing and working on your own projects,
- looking at other photojournalistic work,
- learning from your own and other students’ picture-taking,
- top tips from a working photographer,
- editing skills,
- telling a story with pictures,
- composition,
- lighting and camera,
- ethical considerations.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Produce photographs for your own projects.
- Tackle different assignments with confidence.
- Show improved compositional and lighting skills.
- Take more thoughtful pictures.
- Learn from other peoples’ pictures, and be more objective and critical of your own.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is mixed level, but not for total beginners. It is ideal if you have an interest in going out and taking photographs of some aspect of the world around you. You should know the basic functions of your digital SLR camera, as there will be some technical tips and exercises requiring this. The course usually has students of mixed ability.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Lectures and analysis using a laptop and overhead projector. Practical demonstrations, exercises and projects. Discussion and individual tutoring as well as group work. Looking at project photographs produced during the course.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Bring a digital camera with a manual setting, and a tripod if you have one. Also a memory stick to transfer digital images for analysis.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. You will work on different projects each week with the opportunity to improve and develop throughout the course.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

There are many photography courses at City Lit. You may be particularly interested in 'Photographing people', 'Creative experiments', and 'Photojournalism' (more critical, less practical).

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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