SCHOOL OF DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORYTELLING (SDPS)
The course is focused on basic photography skills. Within this we look specifically at digital photography, studio, and computer skills (Photoshop and PowerPoint). The course then blends these abilities with skills in communication and storytelling. We want to equip ourselves with the means necessary to be able to capture incredible stories and then be able to tell them to the world. Our heart is to see our country, continent, and our world transformed through the powerful tool of photography and to touch peoples' lives as we spread the news of God's love and God's glory.
The course is very practical and the majority of the course assessment is based on practical projects. We also go on regular outings and photograpic shoots in order to apply what we have been learning. We cover a very wide variety of topics to give as much exposure to the world of photography as possible.
Learning Outcomes
The purpose of the school of digital photography and storytelling:
- Gather and Challenge
To gather together individuals with a passion for photography and challenge them to use this to glorify God and to extend his kingdom. - Inspire and Cultivate
To inspire creativity, and to cultivate an environment of learning excellence. To motivate personal growth in individuals relationship with God and cultivate an environment of sharing and collective maturing in Christ. - Sharpen
To provide opportunities for students to expand their knowledge and hone their photography and storytelling skills.
To ensure students become critically thinking photographers with a broad scope of photographic understanding and insight which will place them in good stead, not only as photographers, but also as progressive citizens in society. - Equip
To further equip individuals in terms of a Christian worldview and value based ethics so that they may be effective in the photography industry and beyond. - Impart
To impart in individuals the vision to take their desires and what they have learnt in photography and storytelling in order to make a difference in their world.
Modules
The course consists of 12 modules:
| MODULE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| Module 1: | Camera anatomy and functioning, digital SLR cameras, visual literacy, introduction to creativity and storytelling. |
| Module 2: | Creative camera controls - aperture, depth of field, shutter speed, lenses, introduction to lighting. |
| Module 3: | Studio lighting equipment, metering, basic flash photography. |
| Module 4: | Infinity curve table, still life photography, light painting. |
| Module 5: | Working with and enhancing your digital images. |
| Module 6: | Photojournalism, postmodernism and photography, and biblical view of photography and creativity. |
| Module 7: | Documentary photography, PowerPoint, working with different subject matter, experiencing God through photography, the challenge of mission photography. |
| Module 8: | Narrative and the power of story, symbolism in photography, Night photography, social awareness photography. |
| Module 9: | Colour photography, black & white photography, wedding photography. |
| Module 10: | Copyright, ethics and photography, Internet and stock photography, wedding photography etc. |
| Module 11: | Personal visions and dreams for photography. Presenting photos - framing, exhibition preparation |
| Module 12: | View presentations, final assessment,exhibition and graduation. |
Equipment
Students are required to bring their own digital SLR camera unless prior
arrangement is made with the school leader. ( Any additional photography equipment such as spare batteries, memory cards, additional lenses, tripod etc are recommended)
A lap top is not required but if you have one then please bring it with you.
Studio lights, and equipment are all provided by the schools.