RTS116 Basic Photography

6 ECTS - 2-2 Duration (T+A)- 2. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Code RTS116
Name Basic Photography
Term 2024-2025 Academic Year
Semester 2. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 6 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Süleyman Kıvanç TÜRKGELDİ
Course Instructor
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Course Goal / Objective

The Basic Photography course primarily aims to enable participants to perform basic practices in photography and to have the basic skills and knowledge to produce photographic images. In addition, it aims to define, analyze and discuss photography as a medium of visual communication, taking into account its connection with language.

Course Content

The birth and development of photography. Knowledge, experience and techniques that can be adapted to photo camera technologies and digital photography technologies. Exposure, basic photographic lighting, basic principles of visual language, composition rules and aesthetics of photography. Ethics, copyrights. Diversity of subjects in photography. Currents in photography.

Course Precondition

There are no prerequisites.

Resources

In terms of the efficiency of the course, it would be very useful for each participant to obtain a camera within their means. For those who do not have the means to do so individually, equipment support can be provided to you within the equipment available at Çukurova University, Faculty of Communication. In order to benefit from this support, you will need to apply to the Production-Management Office of the Faculty of Communication Studio Complex during the shooting period of the application assignment within the scope of the course. Within the scope of this course, information about the equipment set you can obtain from the school will be shared with you. It should be emphasized that when you borrow the relevant equipment from the school, it will be credited to you. Therefore, you will need to use it very carefully. In addition, it is very important for you to review photographs frequently so that the lesson can be more productive. In this regard, it will be useful to follow the following sites: https://tfsf.org.tr/ www.nationalgeographic.com/photography/ www.magnumphotos.com www.photo.net www.fotograf.net www.popphoto.com/ www.thephotoargus.com/ In addition, you can check out the following sites to get information about stock photography, which is one of the professions that may interest you in the future: www.getty.com www.istock.com www.shutterstock.com ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ Priority Resources: - Akbaş, F. ve İkizler, E. (2016). Fotoğraf Teknik Okumaları. İstanbul: Say Yayınları. - Barrett, T. (2012). Fotoğrafı Eleştirmek, İmgeleri Anlamaya Giriş. (Çev: Y. Harcanoğlu). İstanbul: Hayalperest Yayınevi. - Çağla, E. (2021). Fotoğrafçıların Telif Hakları ve Etik Dışı Kullanım Örnekleri. Kesit Akademi. 7 (29), 188-209. DOI: 10.29228/kesit.52617. - Çetintaş, E. (2004). Etik Açıdan Haber Fotoğrafçılığı: Türkiye'de Haber Fotoğrafçılarıyla Bir Anket Çalışması. Yüksek Lisans Tezi. Eskişehir: Anadolu Üniversitesi, Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü. - Erutku, B. (2017). Fotoğrafın Temel Kavramları. İstanbul: Espas Sanat Kuram Yayınları. - Kalfagil, S. (2014). Fotoğrafın Yapısal Öğeleri ve Fotoğraf Sanatında Kompozisyon. İstanbul: İlke Kitap. - Kanburoğlu, Ö. (2012). Fotoğrafın Temel Prensipleri. İstanbul: Say Yayınları. - Kanburoğlu, Ö. (2013). A’dan Z’ye Fotoğraf. İstanbul: Say Yayınları. - Karadağ, Ç. (2016). Fotoğraf Nedir? İstanbul: Öteki Yayınevi. - Karadağ, Ç. (2016). Fotoğrafın Temel Yapısı. İstanbul: Öteki Yayınevi. - Kılıç, L. (2007). Fotoğrafa Başlarken. Ankara: Dost Kitabevi Yayınları. - Korkmaz, A. (2014). Etik Bağlamda Haber Fotoğrafçılığının Manipülasyon ve Propaganda Aracı Olarak Kullanılmasının Değerlendirilmesi. Gümüşhane Üniversitesi İletişim Fakültesi Elektronik Dergisi, 2(4). https://doi.org/10.19145/guifd.21094. - Parlak Börü, Ş. (2013). Fotoğraf Üzerindeki Haklar. Doktora Tezi. Ankara: Ankara Üniversitesi, Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü. - Prakel, D. (2011). Yaratıcı Fotoğrafçılığın Temelleri. (Çev: G. Günay). İstanbul: Literatür Yayınları. - Sütlüoğlu, M. (2013). Temel Fotoğraf ve Kompozisyon. Kocaeli: Umuttepe Yayınları.

Notes

Other Important Resources: - Akbaş, F. (2011). Fotoğrafta Pratik Kompozisyon. İstanbul: Say Yayınları. - Benjamin, W. (2012). Fotoğrafın Kısa Tarihi. İstanbul: Agora Kitaplığı. - Berger, J. (2014). Görme Biçimleri. (Çev: Y. Salman). İstanbul: Metis Yayınları. - Carroll, H. (2015). İyi Fotoğraflar Çekmek İçin Bu Kitabı Okuyun. (Çev: S. Özge). İstanbul: Remzi Kitabevi. - Freeman, M. (2012). Fotoğraf Okulu 2, Işık ve Işıklandırma. İstanbul: İnkılap. - Kanburoğlu, Ö. (2012). Fotoğrafın Büyüsü: Işık. İstanbul: Say Yayınları. - Kılıç, L. (2003). Görüntü Estetiği. İstanbul: İnkılap. - Kılıç, L. (2021). Işıkla Resmetme Terimleri. İstanbul: İnkılap. - Kuçuradi, İ. (2015). Etik. Ankara: Türkiye Felsefe Kurumu. - Prakel, D. (2011). Fotoğrafta Işık. (Çev: N. Sipahi). İstanbul: Homer Kitabevi ve Yayıncılık. - Sontag, S. (2008). Fotoğraf Üzerine. (Çev: R. Akçakaya). İstanbul: Altıkırkbeş Yayın. - Suler, J. ve Zakia, D. R. (2018). Görme Biçimi Olarak Fotoğraf, Algılama ve Görüntüleme. (Çev: T. Ayteş). İstanbul: The Kitap Yayınları. E-Kaynaklar: http-1: https://fotolifeakademi.com/fotograf-makineleri-ekipmanlari/aynasiz-fotograf-makinesi (Erişim Tarihi: 08.01.2024). http-2: https://fotografakademi.com.tr/fotograf-makineleri-ekipmanlari/aynasiz-fotograf-makinesi-nasil-calisir (Erişim Tarihi: 08.01.2024). http-3: https://technotoday.com.tr/aynasiz-fotograf-makinelerinin-dslrlerden-farki-nedir/ (Erişim Tarihi: 08.01.2024). http-4: https://hknfpv.com/aynasiz-fotograf-makinesi-nedir-artilari-ve-eksileri/ (Erişim Tarihi: 08.01.2024). http-5: https://tfsf.org.tr/ (16.01.2024).


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 The students who succeeded in this course;
LO02 Distinguishes the functions and suitable applications of mirrored and mirrorless photo cameras; they carry out applications;
LO03 Demonstrate basic, but critical understanding of the use of lighting as tool for creating spatial forms;
LO04 Demonstrate an understanding of photography as a medium of communication;
LO05 Analytically comment on photographs and demonstrate more sophisticated aesthetic responses to photography;
LO06 Operate a creative visual practice based on critical thinking;
LO07 Integrate and apply their photographic knowledge and skills to their own domain of interest;
LO08 Demonstrate an understanding of how photography connects to a wider network of image making including design and advertising and fine art;
LO09 Research, plan, execute and effectively present visually creative work.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Graduates have advanced theoretical and practical knowledge supported by research methods and techniques applied in the field of radio, television and cinema and other sources. 3
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Graduates have knowledge about different areas of communication.
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Graduates have knowledge about program production and directing related to audio and visual broadcasting. 1
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Graduates gain skills in writing various forms of scripts and producing programs for cinema, television and radio.
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Graduates gain critical thinking and interpretation skills in the field of radio, television and cinema. 1
PLO06 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Graduates have the knowledge of thinking in different disciplines of social sciences and adapting them to their own specialisation through research.
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Graduates gain the ability to plan and organize all kinds of content for audio-visual activities from design to editing and broadcasting. 1
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Graduates establish a connection between art, aesthetics, law and general culture knowledge related to the field. 2
PLO09 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Graduates have know-how and skills about production and broadcasting technologies. 2
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Graduates work both individually and as a team in the field.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Graduates are able to follow social problems at national and international level and adapt them to professional studies.
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Graduates gain the competence of using communication technologies, monitoring changes and continuous self-improvement. 4
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Graduates participate in various social, cultural and artistic activities in the field. 3
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Graduates are able to carry out the tasks expected from him/her as a team member in the applications in his/her field with an interdisciplinary perspective.
PLO15 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Graduates are able to use information and communication technologies together with the computer software required by the field.
PLO16 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Graduates produce visual and audio content with the scientific formation acquired. 5
PLO17 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Graduates can analyze a film, a script or a television program from a technical, aesthetic and ideological perspective.
PLO18 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Graduates are committed to ethical principles in their professional practice, free from prejudice and against discrimination.
PLO19 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Graduates support the universality of social and cultural rights, gains awareness of social justice, protects cultural heritage.
PLO20 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Graduates prepare working environments such as studio and set in accordance with quality management processes and occupational health/safety. 2


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Course Introduction; Course content; Course Procedure; Obligations within the Scope of the Course There is no preliminary preparation Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
2 What is Photography? History of Photography, Development, First Attempts, Camera Classifications and Types. Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
3 Main Elements of the Photo Camera: Lens, Mirror, Sensor/Film, Viewfinder, Recording Unit. Differences between Film Technology and Digital Technology. Pixel. Accordingly, Understanding the Differences Between Film and Sensor. Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
4 The Logic of Exposure. Understanding Light. Three Ways to Expose the Recorder Surface: Exposure Triangle. Aperture, Shutter, ISO: Understanding the Working Logic of the Aperture. Understanding the Working Logic of the Sealant. Understanding the Working Logic of ISO Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
5 Lenses, Focal Distance: Wide Angle, Normal Angle, Narrow Angle, Tele and Macro Lenses. The Effect of the Lens on the Image. Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
6 Understanding Depth of Field: Factors Affecting Depth of Field: Focal Distance, Distance to Subject, Aperture. Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
7 Light-Lighting: Properties, Intensity, Direction, Color, Contrast, Forms, White Balance. Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
8 Mid-Term Exam There is no preliminary preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Light and Lighting Types: Natural Lighting and Artificial Lighting. Relationship Between Times of the Day and Photography. Artificial Lighting Methods. Triple Lighting, Rembrant Method, Split Lighting, Top Lighting, Front Light, Back Light, Contouring, Filling and Using Diffuser. Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
10 Composition: The Relationship between Expression and Composition. Clarity, Integrity, Balance, Proportions, Texture, Rhythm, Golden Ratio, Perspective, Graphics, Color, Angle, Horizontal Frame, Vertical Frame, etc. Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
11 Subject Types in Photography: Press, Portrait, Landscape, Street, Astronomy, Sports, Nature, Architecture, Studio, Advertisement, etc. Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
12 Copyright, Rights and Ethical Values in Photography. The student must make a reservation to purchase a camera from the relevant unit (Faculty of Communication, Studio Complex, Production-Management Office) for the practical work to be done the following week. The reservation date (13th class week) must be between 06-10/05/2024 for all students. Students must make reservations for one hour at certain time intervals. Appointments for all shootings must be made and the shooting must be completed on the relevant weekday. The return of equipment purchased on the same day must be made on the same day, during working hours. Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
13 Photography Applications: Practical Photo Shooting in the Field - Student Final Assignment Shootings. Monitoring and Evaluation of Completed Projects. Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
14 Movements in Photography: Impressionism, Romanticism, Dadaism, Surrealism, High-Art, Documentary, Symbolism. Evaluation of the Implementation Work Done in the Previous Week. Discussing and Evaluating the Photographs Taken. Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
15 Movements in Photography: Structuralism and Abstraction, Cubism, Dynamism, Futurism, Pictorialism, Pop-Art, Naturalism. Discussion and Evaluation of the Application Works Done, Re-shooting of Those Found Unsatisfactory in the Application Site, (Equipment Appointment Must Be Made.) Final Assignments Reading, Applying Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
16 Term Exams There is no preliminary preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Proje / Tasarım
17 Term Exams There is no preliminary preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Proje / Tasarım


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 4 56
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 15 15
Final Exam 1 30 30
Total Workload (Hour) 157
Total Workload / 25 (h) 6,28
ECTS 6 ECTS

Update Time: 28.08.2024 04:11