Take this course to get to grips with all the fundamental truths of photographic composition. Lessons cover a wide range of topics including photo analysis and compositional techniques.
This programme will take students through an introduction to photographic composition as a way of visual storytelling. Students will be equipped with the knowledge to understand how to make their camera work to its optimum level and learn to create a scene that will complement this. Ever wondered how photographers communicate their ideas in candid settings? Students will gain the tools they need to master the art of composition and learn the finer points in the art of visual storytelling. By analysing the works of the industry's greatest photographers, students will learn how to apply the wisdom of almost two hundred years of photographers. By the end of this course, students will know how to use complex compositional techniques with relative ease, as well as learn how to accurately and effectively analyse a photo. This lesson series promotes critical thinking and deconstruction of artworks in order to create the desired image.
Course Content
9 LESSONS
6.75 HOURS Total Length
Lesson 1
What is the Subject?
45 minutes
Lesson 2
Rule of Thirds
45 minutes
Lesson 3
Rule of Odds
45 minutes
Lesson 4
Simplification and Negative Space
45 minutes
Lesson 5
Introduction to Movement
45 minutes
Lesson 6
Symmetry
45 minutes
Lesson 7
Line and Shape
45 minutes
Lesson 8
First Look at Visual Analysis
45 minutes
Lesson 9
Analysing Other Art Forms
45 minutes
Key Skills
Critical Thinking
Compositions
Framing
Analysis
Educator
Charles O
Maths and Science Educator
Charles has been teaching various topics over the years, from GCSE maths and science to everything that is involved with medical school applications. He has taught in various environments and easily adapts his teaching style to suit different types of students.