ADV4625 Advertising PhotographyBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs PERFORMING ARTSGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
PERFORMING ARTS
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
ADV4625 Advertising Photography Spring
Fall
3 0 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. HASAN KEMAL SUHER
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: Students will engage in a technical study of photographic illustration in a studio setting. Photo illustration is based on a language whose vocabulary consists of sets, still lives and models; a grammar of cameras, films and lighting systems; and a photographer who creates totally controlled images directed toward fine art, editorial and commercial application.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Understand advertising photography within its historical practices
II. Identify various applications in the genre
III. Gain ability to practice advertising photography in studio and on location
IV. Show dexterity in the use of practical issues of Advertising Photography
V. Demonstrate ability to operate post-production softwares related to advertising purposes.

Course Content

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Understanding the advertising characteristics of advertising photography, location, tools and techniques.
2) CRITICS OF THE STUDENT WORK
3) Rules of studio photography. Tools used in advertising photography. Creating a mood through lighting.
4) CRITICS OF THE STUDENT WORK
5) Composition Rules I
6) CRITICS OF THE STUDENT WORK
7) Composition rules II. point of view and shooting plans. Creating a classic campaign.
8) Mid-term presentations
9) Guest Photographer
12) CRITICS OF THE STUDENT WORK
13) CRITICS OF THE STUDENT WORK
14) Final Study

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Marshall, Hugh (1989) Art-directing photography. Oxford : Phaidon.

Salomon, Allyn (1982) Advertising photography. New York: American Photographic Book Pub.

Creative options (1996) New York:American Showcase.

www.ilford.com

www.sinar.com

www.ar-studio.com/Portfolios/

www.jimappleton.com/Ads-01.htm

www.ericmeola.com

www.the-lightbox.com/Marketing/

www.grafixoncall.com/Photography.html

www.studiohl.gr/

meta4sapporo.com/english/top.html

www.bga-photo.co.uk/index2.html

www.photographe-de-mode.com/photos-de-mode-couleur.html

www.5thfloorstudios.com/commercial.html

www.mira.com

www.picturesque.com

freestockphotos.com

www.photosource.com
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 5 70
Homework Assignments 1 7 7
Midterms 1 3 3
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 125

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) They acquire theoretical, historical and aesthetic knowledge specific to their field by using methods and techniques related to performing arts (acting, dance, music, etc.). 2
2) They have knowledge about art culture and aesthetics and they provide the unity of theory and practice in their field. 2
3) They are aware of national and international values in performing arts. 2
4) Abstract and concrete concepts of performing arts; can transform it into creative thinking, innovative and original works. 1
5) They have the sensitivity to run a business successfully in their field. 3
6) Develops the ability to perceive, think, design and implement multidimensional from local to universal. 3
7) They have knowledge about the disciplines that the performing arts field is related to and can evaluate the interaction of the sub-disciplines within their field. 2
8) They develop the ability to perceive, design, and apply multidimensionality by having knowledge about artistic criticism methods. 3
9) They can share original works related to their field with the society and evaluate their results and question their own work by using critical methods. 1
10) They follow English language resources related to their field and can communicate with foreign colleagues in their field. 1
11) By becoming aware of national and international values in the field of performing arts, they can transform abstract and concrete concepts into creative thinking, innovative and original works. 3
12) They can produce original works within the framework of an interdisciplinary understanding of art. 2
13) Within the framework of the Performing Arts Program and the units within it, they become individuals who are equipped to take part in the universal platform in their field. 3
14) Within the Performing Arts Program, according to the field of study; have competent technical knowledge in the field of acting and musical theater. 2
15) They use information and communication technologies together with computer software that is at least at the Advanced Level of the European Computer Use License as required by the field. 3