Module Details

Module Code: ARTS8054
Title: Staging for the Camera
Long Title: Staging for the Camera
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2018/19 ( September 2018 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 10
Field of Study: 2110 - Visual Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module explores the theories, issues and techniques involved in staging still and moving images in the studio, on location and/or in post-production. Concentrating on inanimate objects it looks at how staging decisions and techniques impact the viewer and ultimately shape perceptions. Students respond to set assignments through the phases of previsualisation, planning, realisation and post-production, to create staged, constructed, and digitally assembled still and moving images.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 interrogate the relationship between reality, appearance and perception.
LO2 examine how the staging of still and moving images impacts the viewer.
LO3 apply staging techniques in the creation and post-production of still and/or moving images to realise their individual and/or group creative visions.
LO4 respond effectively to set briefs through the phases of previsualisation, planning, realisation and post-production.
LO5 use appropriate equipment and materials to realise creative visions.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Theoretical Contexts
Staging – meaning, theories and contexts. Historical and contemporary staged and constructed images (still and moving). The relationship between reality, appearance and perception. Staging in different genres of photography and video i.e. portraits, still life, product identity, fashion and commercial photography and video.
Staging Techniques
The techniques involved in staging still and moving images. Intentionally setting up scenes for the camera. Directing, constructing and manipulating still and moving images in the studio, on location and in post-production. Efficient workflow - previsualisation, planning, realisation and post-production. Working with individual and/or group creative vision.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 11 Learning Outcomes 1,2,5
Assessment Description
Reflective sketchbooks documenting key technical information and analysis along with details on individual creative processes.
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 60
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Portfolio of work and/or showreel
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Studio based Practical Every Week 5.00 5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Studio Research and Development Every Week 9.00 9
Total Hours 14.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Earnest, A.. (2019), Lighting for Product Photography: The Digital Photographer's Step-By-Step Guide to Sculpting with Light, 2nd. Amherst Media, [ISBN: 978-168203406].
  • Gestalten (Eds). (2017), Visual Feast: Contemporary Food Staging and Photography, Die Gestalten Verlag, [ISBN: 978-389955695].
  • Kwanten, R. (Ed). (2015), The Still Life: Products Telling Visual Stories in Magazines and Advertising, Die Gestalten Verlag, [ISBN: 978-389955581].
  • Lent, D.. (2013), Video Rules: How to think about how to shoot, 1st. Burgess Lent Media, [ISBN: 978-061575401].
  • Thomas, J. D.. (2014), The Art and Style of Product Photography, John Wiley & Sons.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Davis, H.. (2011), Creative Close-Ups: Digital Photography Tips and Techniques, John Wiley & Sons, [ISBN: 9781118076194].
  • Humphrey, J.. (2013), Close-Up and Macro Photography: Art and Techniques, Crowood, [ISBN: 9781847975980].
  • Kocka, L.. Directing the Narrative and Shot Design: The Art and Craft of Directing, Vernon Press, [ISBN: 978-162273288].
  • Petry, M.. (2013), Nature Morte: Contemporary Artists Reinvigorate the Still-Life Tradition, Thames and Hudson Ltd, [ISBN: 978-050023906].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_HPHNM_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Photography with New Media 5 Mandatory