VDES70037
Family Photography
Sheridan
 
  I: Administrative Information   II: Course Details   III: Topical Outline(s)  Printable Version
 

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Section I: Administrative Information
  Total hours: 42.0
Credit Value: 3.0
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Winter 2024
Prerequisites: VDES70029
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Program(s): Digital Photography
Program Coordinator(s): N/A
Course Leader or Contact: N/A
Version: 20240108_00
Status: Approved (APPR)

Section I Notes: Access to course materials and assignments will be available on Sheridan's Learning and Teaching Environment (SLATE). Students will need reliable access to a computer and the internet.

 
 
Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
In this hands-on course, students will explore the evolution of family photography by examining and applying innovations of digital photography tools. Students will have a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of family photography and will have several opportunities to practice shooting and refining their own photography style and skills. By incorporating personal perspectives and style, and understanding how to respond to client requests, students will create unique images for family events and portraits. Family photography depends on having an ability to make quick decisions about camera settings and the families involved, and students will leave this course with the strategic components, tools, and tactics to capture special family moments at just the right time.

Program Context

 
Digital Photography Program Coordinator(s): N/A
This course is an elective in the Digital Photography Certificate Program


Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

  Critical Performance:
By the end of this course, learners will develop the ability to create unique high-quality images of family portraits.
 
Learning Outcomes:

To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Develop an awareness of the various styles and trends in family photography.
  2. Incorporate the fundamental principles of basic posing and perspectives to create the desired composition of family portraits.
  3. Establish strategies to connect with clients to achieve a photographic goal.
  4. Develop the necessary skills and plan to shoot in any environment (outdoors, indoors, venue).
  5. Apply post-production workflows to create engaging family photos.
  6. Discover and develop a unique style as a family photographer by re-examining and reflecting on existing work and building a portfolio.

Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

 Evaluation Plan: IN-CLASS
 Photo Assignments25.0%
 Evaluation 120.0%
 Evaluation 220.0%
 Evaluation 310.0%
 Evaluation 425.0%
Total100.0%

Evaluation Notes and Academic Missed Work Procedure:
TEST AND ASSIGNMENT PROTOCOL The following protocol applies to every course offered by Continuing and Professional Studies. 1. Students are responsible for staying abreast of test dates and times, as well as due dates and any special instructions for submitting assignments and projects as supplied to the class by the instructor. 2. Students must write all tests at the specified date and time. Missed tests, in-class/online activities, assignments and presentations are awarded a mark of zero. The penalty for late submission of written assignments is a loss of 10% per day for up to five business days (excluding Sundays and statutory holidays), after which, a grade of zero is assigned. Business days include any day that the college is open for business, whether the student has scheduled classes that day or not. An extension or make-up opportunity may be approved by the instructor at his or her discretion.

Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Colleges and Universities requirements:


 

Essential Employability Skills
Essential Employability Skills emphasized in the course:

  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving - Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.
  • Interpersonal Skills - Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact (if course is PLAR-eligible) - Office of the Registrar

  • Not Eligible for PLAR

 
 
Section III: Topical Outline
Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.
Instruction Mode: In-Class
Professor: N/A
Resource(s): N/A
Applicable student group(s): Continuing and Professional Studies Students
Course Details:

Module 1 - Introduction to Family Photography

  • Family photography in the past and now
  • Portrait vs. Lifestyle Photography
  • Contemporary genres of family photography
  • The work of contemporary photographers

(Photo Assignment - 5%)

Module 2 - Principles of Family Photography 

  • Light and how to use it to create images
  • What is exposure and why is it important?
  • ISO, shutter speed, and aperture
  • Depth of field
  • Using “Manual” rather than “Automatic” or other settings
  • Timing and decision-making

(Photo Assignment - 5%)

Module 3 - Working With People 

  • The importance of attitude
  • Posing and direction
  • Communication
  • Directions and angles: high/low/eye level
  • Camera settings for different sized groups
  • Lenses

(Photo Assignment - 5%)

(Evaluation 1: The Outdoor Group Shot – 20%)

Module 4 - The Photo Shoot

  • Preparing a shoot plan
  • Technical requirements (camera settings, lenses, flashes)
  • Shooting at various locations (indoors, outdoors, venue)

(Photo Assignment - 5%)

(Evaluation 2: The Indoor Shoot – 20%)

 

Module 5 - Post-Production

  • Post-Production Workflow – culling, editing, retouching, and delivery of the final content
  • Black and white vs. colour
  • Lightroom presets and Photoshop

(Photo Assignment - 5%)

(Evaluation 3: Post-production Exercise - 10%)

Module 6 - Small Events

  • Reflections on your work
  • Choosing your best images
  • Identifying your style
  • Building your portfolio
  • Consistency in your images

(Evaluation 4: Portfolio and Presentation – 25%)

Module 7 - What's Your Style?

  • Portfolio Building
  • Class presentations


Sheridan Policies

It is recommended that students read the following policies in relation to course outlines:

  • Academic Integrity
  • Copyright
  • Intellectual Property
  • Respectful Behaviour
  • Accessible Learning
All Sheridan policies can be viewed on the Sheridan policy website.

Appropriate use of generative Artificial Intelligence tools: In alignment with Sheridan's Academic Integrity Policy, students should consult with their professors and/or refer to evaluation instructions regarding the appropriate use, or prohibition, of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for coursework. Turnitin AI detection software may be used by faculty members to screen assignment submissions or exams for unauthorized use of artificial intelligence.

Course Outline Changes: The information contained in this Course Outline including but not limited to faculty and program information and course description is subject to change without notice. Nothing in this Course Outline should be viewed as a representation, offer and/or warranty. Students are responsible for reading the Important Notice and Disclaimer which applies to Programs and Courses.


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