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ABOUT THIS COURSE
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Level 3 Photography at Ormiston Senior College is a demanding and content-rich subject that moves far beyond simple snapshots and filters. If you loved Level 2, get ready for a rigorous deep dive! This course requires you to develop expert-level technical and practical skill knowledge in shooting and digital editing. The real challenge is the conceptual and creative thinking needed: you'll pick a personal theme, research established artists, and use this knowledge to systematically build your own sophisticated body of work—the external portfolio. It’s an independent investigation where your drive and critical engagement are key to achieving a high standard and mastering technical control.
Level 3 Photography at Ormiston Senior College is a demanding and content-rich subject that moves far beyond simple snapshots and filters. If you loved Level 2, get ready for a rigorous deep dive! This course requires you to develop expert-level technical and practical skill knowledge in shooting and digital editing. The real challenge is the conceptual and creative thinking needed: you'll pick a personal theme, research established artists, and use this knowledge to systematically build your own sophisticated body of work—the external portfolio. It’s an independent investigation where your drive and critical engagement are key to achieving a high standard and mastering technical control.
What should I have already achieved?
What should I have already achieved?
Ideally passed level 2 Photography
A good understanding of photography and art making concepts
Mastering the Exposure Triangle (Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO) in Manual Mode.
Proficiency in Digital Editing Software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom).
Strong Understanding of Composition (e.g., rule of thirds, leading lines, framing).
Ability to Control and Manipulate both natural and studio Lighting.
Experience in Visual Research and developing a sustained, personal photographic concept (e.g., maintaining a process journal).
A work ethic to complete a large range of works throughout a whole year for a whole portfolio of work
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
To excel in this course, you should be ready to demonstrate and develop the following skills:
Conceptual Depth: The ability to move beyond surface-level ideas and develop a clear, complex, and personally meaningful concept or theme for your portfolio.
Independent Research: Strong skills in researching and analysing the work of established photographers and artists to inform, challenge, and inspire your own artistic direction.
Technical Mastery: A confident and consistent command over digital camera operation (including manual settings) and advanced image editing software like Adobe Photoshop.
Systematic Practice: The discipline to execute a series of focused photo shoots, demonstrating a clear progression and regeneration of ideas across your portfolio panels.
Visual Communication: The skill to select, compose, and present images that clearly and powerfully communicate your intended concept to an audience.
Critical Reflection: The ability to self-critique your work honestly and apply feedback effectively to continually refine and improve your outcomes.
Career Pathways
Career Pathways
The skills you gain in Level 3 Photography are highly valuable because they blend technical expertise with advanced creative problem-solving. This course is part of the Creative Industries Vocational Pathway.
Photography Commercial, Fashion, Advertising, Photojournalist, Fine Art, Documentary, Forensic, Wedding/Event Photographer.Technical mastery, visual communication, conceptual thinking, digital editing (Photoshop/Lightroom).
Film & Media Cinematographer, Camera Operator, Film/Video Editor, Art Director, Production Designer.Understanding of light, composition, sequence, and visual storytelling.
Design Graphic Designer, Architectural Photographer, Interior Designer, Advertising Specialist, Digital Content Creator.Aesthetic judgment, presentation skills, layout/composition, client brief interpretation, creative problem-solving.
Technology Digital Artist, Animator, UI/UX Designer, Game Designer.Visual analysis, advanced digital software fluency, conceptual development.
The most valuable takeaway from this course, regardless of your final career choice, is the ability to think critically, execute a complex project independently, and visually articulate a complex idea—skills that are essential for university and the modern workplace.
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