Photographing public art

Contemporary and historic public artworks depend on photography’s documentary and expressive powers. This course will use discussion and practice to develop your knowledge and experience to successfully photograph artworks in public.

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Key course information

Dates
13/01/12 - 27/01/12

Day(s)
Fri

Duration
3 weeks

Time
14:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £74
Senior fee: £50
Concession: £37

Venue
PS - Photography Studio

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Course code
VY834

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

This short course is a taster in exploring the field of applied photography in the ‘public realm’. London is one of the European Capitals renowned for innovations and interventions in public space. The tradition of public art has evolved from civic or public sculpture to installation, performance and now works of sound and/or light that are more ‘event-like’ in nature. Photography is a relative newcomer to this type of practice as, for the first time, we notice the transposition of photographic imagery into public space and it is this phenomenon the course will explore. From the use of large scale photoworks per se, to the way that diverse artists play with photographic renditions and a transformation of the public realm.

What topics will we cover?

London is one of the European Capitals renowned for innovations and interventions in public space. The tradition of public art has evolved from civic or public sculpture to installation, performance and now works of sound and/or light that are more ‘event-like’ in nature. The very field of public art is recorded and documented in photographs, so we will explore this aspect of photography’s involvement in shaping so-called ‘public space’. We will start with a brief consideration of the photographic tradition of ‘photographing sculpture’ and go on to consider photographic representations of public space today. The course includes a practical element.

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

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for 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.

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.

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?

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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Visual arts

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

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