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An introduction to photojournalism and photography

Find out about photojournalism through practical instruction, lectures and projects. Learn about equipment and new technology, and how to sell your work.

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Key course information

Dates
20/02/10 - 06/03/10

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
3 weeks

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £158^NC

Venue
PS - Photography Studio

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Course code
VY646

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

Learn digital camera terminology and technique, and how it changes your images. Working on photojournalistic projects in your own time. Using practical exercises, theory, discussion, and analysis of photos during the classes to help you develop your theme and style.

What topics will we cover?

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

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

- Take photographs for your own projects, and during class time to practise particular skills.
- Confidence in tackling documentary, street and people photography.
- Improve compositional and lighting skills.
- Take more thoughtful pictures.
- Learn from other peoples’ pictures, and develop a capacity to be more objective and critical of your own.

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

For all levels (not total beginners) – anyone with 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 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.

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

Illustrated lectures, demonstrations, discussion, group work, practical projects, and looking at images.

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

No.

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 have the chance to bring in your photos each week for analysis and group discussion. You will work on different practical projects with the chance to develop and improve during 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; study support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 189 of the 09-10 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

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

Other City Lit course. London College of Printing courses.

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

Drop-in advice

Term-time: please call for advice

Non-term time: Tue 17:30 - 18:30 & Wed 12:30 - 13:30

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
19/06/10 to 03/07/10	Sat	10:30 - 16:30	3 weeks	£158	£158	£158	VY649	Available	» Select
20/02/10 to 06/03/10	Sat	10:30 - 16:30	3 weeks	£158	£158	£158	VY646	Finished	» Select

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