SUBJECT
PHOTOGRAPHY
"Beauty is the brilliance of truth."
St Augustine
SUBJECT
Why Photography Matters
Photography allows students to capture, interpret and communicate ideas visually.
It develops creativity, observation, and technical skills, helping students express their perspectives on the world around them.
MISSION
Our Approach
Photography at All Saints offers an innovative and creative approach to visual communication.
Students explore how images can convey meaning, studying the work of artists and photographers while developing their own ideas through experimentation and reflection.
LEARNING
GCSE Photography
Photography is offered at Key Stage 4, building on digital skills introduced through Art and Design.
Students develop a portfolio of work inspired by themes, using a range of techniques including digital photography and image manipulation.
SKILLS
What Students Develop
Visual Communication
- Using images to express ideas and meaning
- Understanding how composition and style convey messages
Technical Skills
- Digital photography techniques
- Image editing and manipulation using Photoshop
Creativity
- Experimenting with ideas and approaches
- Developing personal responses to themes
Analysis
- Studying the work of photographers and artists
- Annotating and evaluating visual work
Development
- Refining ideas through experimentation
- Producing a final outcome from a project
EXPERIENCE
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Students have opportunities to:
- Visit galleries and exhibitions
- Explore the work of contemporary and historical photographers
- Gain inspiration from real-world creative practice
CURRICULUM
Explore by Year
- Year 10
- Year 11
