500 word appraisal

500 word appraisal The Constructed Photography module has been challenging yet enjoyable. I have enjoyed having so much time working in the studio, using the different lights and flash heads to create professional photographs. I feel a lot more confident using the equipment due to the amount of exposure and use we have been able to get in the studio in this semester. The workshops within class have allowed me to practice skills and develop knowledge that have really helped me with the assignments that we have to do independently.

In my opinion, the most challenging tasks were the ones, which involved approaching strangers and photographing them. I felt that after taking a few images of people I didn’t know, my confidence was boosted. I found that the vast majority of people were pleasant and willing to be photographed. However, a selected few disliked the idea and responded negatively. Although, I had a confident approach when speaking to the public, it was demotivating when receiving a negative reaction, however, I didn’t let this stop me from completing the task I was set.

Working as a model has been amusing yet very helpful. Working on the other side of the lens has allowed me to recreate photographs by famous photographers such as Richard Avedon. Mimicking their work through props and lighting has allowed me to research more deeply into certain images. Working with a model is good practice for me as a photographer as I have been able to practice my directing skills.

Working along side my classmates has been good, as valuable teamwork skills have been developed through communication and interaction. I have enjoyed working in small groups, operating the Phase One camera, focusing and composing images, working on Capture One on the mac as well as trying out a bit of modeling! This has helped me develop communication skills as well as boost my confidence within the class. The various tasks have been engaging and not once repetitive. From arranging food on a white background, to dressing up as Jack Sparrow the pirate on movie character week, we have constantly been set fun and engaging tasks, which I have thoroughly enjoyed.

I feel there is a good balance between work that has to be completed in ‘class time’ and work that has to be completed in independent time. Considering we only have three hours of contact time in the week for this module, I feel we have plenty of work to be getting on with in our own time. When I first looked at the tasks, which had to be completed in the module handbook, I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to manage my time enough to complete all the assignments. However, through eventual time management and organisation I was able to complete everything on time.