Artistic Photography 3

Subject guarantor:

Štěpán GRYGAR

Name of lecturer(s):

Štěpán GRYGAR

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

The course aim is to manage the basics of image composition in theory and in practice. Assignments require an ability in analytical research and lead to independent artistic work.

Mode of study:

Analysis of exercises. Screening work, in relation to the topic. Independent artistic work.

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

A general knowledge of image composition theory is required.

Recommended optional programme components:

No elective requirements.

Course contents:

This course expands theory and practice knowledge in the composition of the photo image. The fundamental topic is still-life. This is connected to the reconstruction and interpretation of a given basis, confirms the ability to use the particular potential of the photographic image. Individual tasks provide sufficient space for creativity and requires the corresponding technical quality.

Tasks: (exercise 2P4)

Complete a collection of still-life (minimum of 8 photos), style and concept is determined by each student in an explication which is submitted before beginning work. This work be free photography. Upon agreement with the instructor, the subsequent form of the collection presentation is defined.

Deadlines: submission of photos by the end of the Summer semester.

Technical requirements: format and technical execution upon agreement with the instructor base on the submitted explication, classical and digital print.

Recommended or required reading:

Jacques Aumont. Image, BFI Publishing, London 1997

Arnheim Rudolf. Art and Visual Perception, University of California Press, London 1997

Arnheim Rudolf. Visual Thinking, University of

California Press, London 1997

Arnheim Rudolf. The power of the centre, University of

California Press, London 1997

Baxandall Michael, Stíny a světlo, Barrister & Principal, Brno 2003

Berger John. Ways of Seeing. Penguin Books 1972

Francastel Pierre, Malífiství a společnost, Barrister & Principal, Brno 2003

Gombrich E. H., Art and Illusion, Princeton University Press 2000 Princetown and Oxford

Hoy Anne H. Fabrications: Staged, Altered and appropriated Photographs, Abeville Press, New York 1987

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

classes, exercises lectures

Assessment methods and criteria:

Grading:

Graded credit: awarded based on the submitted exercise. Graded is to what extent the assignment was fulfilled, originality and quality.

Attendance: 60% attendance in classes and participation in required group consultations established at the beginning of instruction are required.

Course web page:

Note:

Schedule for winter semester 2013/2014:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2013/2014:

	06:00–08:0008:00–10:0010:00–12:0012:00–14:0014:00–16:0016:00–18:0018:00–20:0020:00–22:0022:00–24:00
Mon
Tue	místnost TR 304 Učebna KF (Tržiště 20, Praha 1 (vchod z Rektorátu AMU, Malostranské nám. 12)) GRYGAR Š. 09:00–10:35 EVEN WEEK (přednášková par. 1)
Fri
Thu
Fri

Date	Day	Time	Tutor	Location	Notes	No. of paralel
	Tue	09:00–10:35	GRYGAR Š.	Učebna KF Tržiště 20, Praha 1 (vchod z Rektorátu AMU, Malostranské nám. 12)		přednášková par. 1

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Photography CZ - Bachelor (qualification subject)