Photography BA (A), Light and Form, 7.5 credits
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Fotografi GR (A), Ljus och form, 7,5 hp
Photography BA (A), Light and Form, 7.5 credits
General data
- Code: FT031G
- Subject/Main field: Photography
- Cycle: First cycle
- Progression: (A)
- Credits: 7,5
- Progressive specialization: G1N - First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirements
- Education area: Teknik 100%
- Answerable faculty: Faculty of Science, Technology and Media
- Answerable department: Design
- Approved: 2019-04-05
- Date of change: 2019-05-15
- Version valid from: 2019-09-02
Aim
The aim of the course is for students to learn the basic principles of photographic lighting. The course will introduce students to typical lighting situations and methods for modifying and shaping light.
Course objectives
After passing the course students will:
- be able to measure light quantity
- be able to describe light quality
- be able to apply basic knowledge of lighting for photography
- comprehend basic colour theory
- operate photographic lighting equipment
Content
The course deals with:
- Artificial and natural lighting
- Lighting theory
- Light modification
- Colour theory
- Professional lighting techniques
- Camera settings
Entry requirements
Selection rules and procedures
The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.
Teaching form
The course will include lectures, seminars and practical assignments.
Examination form
I100: Assignment 1, 1 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U) or Pass (G)
I200: Assignment 2, 1 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U) or Pass (G)
I300: Assignment 3, 4 Credits
Grade scale: Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.
P100: Oral Presentation, 1.5 Credits
Grade scale: Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.
1 credits, Assignment 1
Grading: Pass or Fail
1 credits, Assignment 2
Grading: Pass or Fail
1.5 credits, Oral presentation
Grading: A, B, C, D, E, Fx och F. A-E is Pass, Fx and F is Fail.
4 credits, Assignment 3
Grading: A, B, C, D, E, Fx och F. A-E is Pass, Fx and F is Fail.
Grading criteria for the subject can be found at www.miun.se/gradingcriteria.
Unless otherwise specified, all written submissions shall be using the well-known source systems such as APA-Style.
The examiner has the right to offer alternative examination arrangements to students who have been granted the right to special support by Mid Sweden University’s disabilities adviser.
Grading system
Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.
Other information
Eventual expenses for travel, materials and technical equipment are paid for by the student.
Course reading
Required literature
- Author: Fil Hunter, Paul Fuqua, Steven Biver
- Title: Light Science and Magic: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting
- Edition: Senaste upplagan
- Publisher: Focal Press
Reference literature
- Author: Lindsay Renee Adler, Erik Valind
- Title: Shooting in Sh*tty Light: The Top Ten Worst Photography Lighting Situations and How to Conquer Them
- Edition: Senaste upplagan
- Publisher: Peachpit Press
- Author: Chris Knight
- Title: The Dramatic Portrait: The Art of Crafting Light and Shadow
- Edition: Senaste upplagan
- Publisher: Rocky Nook