| Assignment brief – QCF BTEC
Assignment front sheet |
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| Qualification | Unit number and title | |||
| City and Guilds Level 3 Photography | Unit 305 – Photo Image Capture | |||
| Learner name | Assessor name | |||
| Alyssa Gilbert | ||||
| Date issued | Hand in deadline | Submitted on | ||
| 15th December 2015 | 2nd February 2016 | |||
| Project title | Open Brief 1: Exploring a Photographic Theme | |||
| In this assessment you will have opportunities to provide evidence against the following criteria. Indicate the page numbers where the evidence can be found. | ||||
| Criteria reference | To achieve the criteria the evidence must show that the learner is able to: |
| Outcome 1 | Practical skills
The candidate will be able to:
1 monitor and maintain the working environment 2 prepare for image capture 3 undertake a risk assessment 4 coordinate the selection, set up, handling, dismantling and storage of equipment 5 use a range of equipment safely 6 work effectively with others.
Underpinning knowledge The candidate will be able to:
1 describe the main health and safety hazards and risks when preparing for and managing a photographic shoot 2 describe how the working environment should be monitored and maintained 3 describe the roles and relationships of the main personnel involved in the preparation and management of a photographic shoot 4 describe the steps in the preparation and management of a photographic shoot 5 describe how to select, handle and store equipment safely 6 explain how to carry out a risk assessment 7 outline the principles of lighting and lighting balance 8 describe how to work effectively with others. |
| Outcome 2 | Practical skills
The candidate will be able to:
1 coordinate the efficient preparation and application of materials, equipment and processes 2 capture and quality check images 3 coordinate the safe and secure handling, processing and storage of captured images 4 complete relevant documentation.
Underpinning knowledge The candidate will be able to:
1 describe materials, equipment and processes 2 explain how to capture images 3 describe how to quality check the captured image 4 outline the role of external image processors 5 explain how to document and store finished images securely 6 explain the process of storing images safely and securely 7 describe legal and ethical considerations 8 outline the documentation associated with photographic shoots. |
| Learner declaration |
| I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. I have clearly referenced any sources used in the work. I understand that false declaration is a form of malpractice.
Learner signature: Date: |
Assignment brief
| Qualification | Level 3 City and Guilds Photography |
| Unit number and title | Unit 305 – Photo Image Capture |
| Assessor name | Alyssa Gilbert |
| Date issued | 15th December 2015 |
| Hand in deadline | 2nd February 2016 |
| Assignment title | Open Brief 1: Exploring a Photographic Theme |
| Abstract:
This brief is your first independent photographic exploration around a theme of your choice. You have three themes to choose between and are expected to produce an outcome of 10, technically proficient photographs. Over the duration of the project, you should use the skills you learn in class to assist you with your photography. It is expected that you will use your time fully to reflect upon and evaluate your practice as you progress through the brief. |
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| Themes:
For this brief, you must choose between the following themes:
– Architectural Photography • Buildings • Landmarks • Sculptures • Towns/ Cities
– Social/ Documentary Photography • Street Photography • Groups/ Cultures/ Society/ Religions • Family Portraits • Weddings • Events • Music
– Fashion Photography • Beauty • Studio/ Location • Clothing • Still Life/ Product |
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| Overview:
Once you have chosen your theme, you should look at existing work that surrounds that area of photography. It is expected that you will take inspiration, but not copy, the work that you find. You should outline plans for each shoot that you undertake, supported by why you made your choices. It is also expected that you will evidence your progress either on your WordPress/ Blog/ Website or another form of presentation that has been agreed with your tutor. |
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| Task 1 – Project Proposal:
The pro-forma document for your project proposal is available on MyCourse. The purpose of the proposal is to assist you with organising your ideas and planning out your response to the brief.
Deadline: 5th January 2016 |
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| Task 2 – Photographic Shoots:
The basic structure for your photographic shoots should be as follows:
– Shoot plan: Where are you going? What will you take? What do you hope to achieve? – Contact sheet: A full contact sheet of images from the shoot. – Evaluation of shoot: A short evaluation of the shoot. How well did it go? What didn’t work? What will you improve on next time? – 2-3 of your best images: Upload larger versions of your best images from the shoot.
Repeat this as necessary, a minimum of 3 * shoots is expected. (* I have agreed 2 shoots with tutors) |
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| Task 3 – Selection of Final Images:
The final section of this project is to select ten of your best photographs from your shoots. You should explain why you have chosen each image. |
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| Task 4 – Evaluation:
A short evaluation of the whole project should be placed at the end. This will evaluate your skills as a photographer and the quality of your final images. |
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| Time Guidance:
Task 1 – 5th January Task 2 – First shoot: 12th January, Second shoot: 19th January, Third shoot:* 26th January (* I have agreed 2 shoots with tutors) Task 3 – 2nd February Task 4 – 2nd February |
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