The Lady Amélie Jakobovits Campus

Photography A-Level

Photography Year 12

Term 1

Term 2

Term 3

 Introduction to Photography A-Level, including explanation of Assessment Objectives, hardware requirements, software requirements, homework expectations and course structure.

  • How to use a Camera – Components and Functions of a Camera and relevant terminology
  • Introduce Natural Forms Project
  • Shutter speed – homework practise based on Natural Forms Project
  • Aperture – Homework practise based on Natural Forms Project
  • ISO – Homework Practise based on Natural Forms Project
  • Introduce Rules of Photography with visual examples
  • Rule of Thirds
  • Rule of Odds
  • Composition
  • Light and Shadow
  • Texture
  • Photo Montage 

Begin Project 2

  • Learners will be presented with a variety of ideas from which they will choose a theme for their project.
  • Initial Photoshoot based on the theme
  • Select first artist and take a series of photos in style of the artist, trying out various ideas and avenues within this style.
  • Select second artist and take a series of photos in style of second artist combining with the first
  • Select third artist and take a series of photos in style of third artist, combining and developing with first two answers

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Introduce Personal Investigation, explaining requirements and providing a framework for students to do this

Students to think about this project over the holiday and explore which theme they would like to explore

 Students feedback on what project they have chosen.

 

  • Class discussion on different topics and which direction each topic could take
  •  Students work through their personal investigation with teacher support and guidance along the way.

 

 

 

 

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment

Learners will be required to do a homework practising the practical skills covered in each lesson

 

End of Term assessment will be a final  piece base on the Natural Form project which requires learners to apply a collection of skills that have been covered in lessons.

Project books will be assessed by teachers weekly to monitor student progress and level.

 

Photography skill will be assessed through pictures taken

Weekly marking of Personal investigation.

 

Full moderation of personal investigation upon completion

How We Support Learning:

  • Providing constructive feedback on practical work and portfolios to guide improvement.
  • Offering personalised support during lessons and through one-on-one feedback sessions.
  • Encouraging experimentation with techniques and materials to develop creative skills.
  •  Sharing advanced resources and professional examples to inspire and challenge students.

How Parents Can Support Learning:

  • Encourage students to explore photography outside the classroom, such as capturing images in varied settings.
  • Provide support in organising and reviewing their portfolio regularly.
  • Discuss their projects and ideas to spark creativity and build confidence.
  • Help them stay on track with deadlines and manage their time effectively.
  • Support visits to galleries, exhibitions, or photography events to broaden their artistic perspective.