Photography with Art and Architecture Short Course
Course description
Course overview
This course aims to encourage an innovative approach to architectural and urban photography by applying a critical frame to the way we perceive, relate and respond to the physical realm of the city and its architecture. The course is taught through a series of discussion-based seminars and practical photographic classes. We will add ephemeral objects or materials into the space, which will redefine the space and bring a different meaning to it.
Our workshops will look at methods of photographing which challenge concepts and practices of representing space. We will look at the artistic and theoretical aspects of photographing space as well-being bodies in the city. In doing so, we will investigate how we relate with space physically, intellectually and emotionally. Students will develop individual photographic projects built around these ideas, working with both exterior and interior spaces, with natural and artificial light, photographing in the day and at nighttime.
The final day is devoted to a feedback seminar during which students will present critical discussions of their portfolio and the concepts they have developed.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for anyone interested in photography with art and architecture, regardless of prior experience. Beginners are welcome, as are those looking to expand existing knowledge.
This is a Summer School only short course running only once a year. We encourage early bookings to secure your place.
Key information
Topics covered
- Difference between documentary and artistic approaches to architectural and urban photography
- Tips and tricks for exploring bodies in space and expressing artistic concepts in the build urban environment
- Explore photography and performativity, examining the role of the body in artistic expression
- Framing techniques for manifesting an artistic approach to photography in the fabric of architecture
- Explore vertical and horizontal perspectives and the quality of glass material in depicting architectonic spaces within the context of contemporary office complexes
Learning outcomes
- Produce a professional artistic portfolio based on digital images and/or prints
- Develop photographic work
- Reflect on the experience of architecture
- Become confident with practical and intuitive techniques of light reading based on an understanding of natural light and the field of vision
- Become confident producing a professional photographic portfolio and presentation of final work
- Develop a valuable insight into techniques for framing and depicting the fabric of buildings and merging urban and modern architectonic elements
- Gain a valuable insight into the concepts central to architectural and urban photography within the discourses of conceptual approaches to photography
- Encourage an innovative and creative attitude in representing architectural space
- Digital badge and certificate of attendance
Materials
- Photographic cameras (preferably digital camera or analogue semi-manual cameras)
- Laptops are welcome to be used as part of your portfolio presentation (not needed for the first session)
Tutor
Diego Ferrari
Diego Ferrari studied fine art at Goldsmiths College. He has collaborated on a series of international art photographic programmes in China, South Africa, Berlin, Budapest and in London with Tony Fretton Architects, Whitechapel Art Gallery and the Tate Gallery.
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