The multi-media photographic project allows students interested in photography and music, to research their musical culture and display their findings using technologically advanced presentation methods. Tutors create a stimulating learning environment; make learning fun and experiential in the use of photography, film and projections towards an exhibition. The completed exhibition will be shown during & proceeding Black History Month.

Session 1

An introduction to the Photoshop Environment & Using graphic effects

Session 2

Taking the picture: a look at the technology and terminology.

Session 3

To work in pairs to take pictures, import them into a photo-editing application like PhotoShop, and produce edited work

Session 4

Masking and Blending

Session 5

Transferring the picture to computer as digital files & Storing the picture on removable media, CDs, memory sticks.

Session 6 - 7

Preparing and editing digital video for presentations

Session 8

Editing: arranging the video material as desired by re-ordering scenes, discarding unwanted footage, adding visuals such as titles, transitions and sound effects or background music

Session 9

Exporting: saving complete projects to computer for e-mail attachment or video streaming

Session 10 - 11

Video Capture and Editing Workshop

Session 12

Preparing and editing digital video for presentations