NCEA Level 1 Mixed Media and Photography
11MMP Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms M. Malcolm.
Recommended Prior LearningIt is preferable that students have completed year 10 art, however this is not absolutely essential.
The course will provide students with the opportunity to explore digital photography and photo manipulation using a variety of software processes. The focus of this new course is local, with students going on a class trip to take photos and learn about local and Maori artworks. Students will also be exploring basic drawing and painting techniques. The goal of the course is to prepare students for Level 2 Photography, both in theory and practical approaches. Students will learn about the functioning of a digital camera to control aperture and shutter speed to create different effects.
Students also will learn how to build on fine art concepts in the field of Photography. Artist models will be used to answer a brief, focusing on contemporary visual culture both in New Zealand and internationally. Students will be required to draw and paint from observation as a part of this course.
Career pathways include Journalistic Photography, Fashion Photography, Advertising, Television and Film Production, and Fine Arts and Portrait Photography.
Please note: Students can only choose ONE Visual Art subject at Level 1(choose from Photography, Sculpture or Paint and Print).
If students take this course they are able to opt into ANY other art subject in level 2.
Subject Overview
Term 1
Introduction to using a DSLR camera.
Fun and practical activities taking photos around the school
Basic drawing skills
Wet media
Term 2
Development of Photographic skills
Internal assessment tasks
Begin portfolio tasks
Term 3
Portfolio activities
Term 4
Completion and submission of portfolio work
Assessment Information
Students will be submitting a minimum of 15 credits in 2024. These will be a mix of external and internal standards.
NCEA Level 2 Art Painting, NCEA Level 2 Design, NCEA Level 2 Photography
Selecting level 1 Mixed Media and Photography can lead onto any level 2 Art subject.
Career PathwaysAnimator/Digital Artist, Architect, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Industrial Designer, Jeweller, Make-up Artist, Visual Merchandiser, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Game Developer, Landscape Architect, Landscaper, Photographer, User Experience Designer
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryOTHER COSTS: Camera preferably with an aperture priority setting. It is recommended that students purchase their own cameras if they intend to carry on to Levels 2 & 3.
Art pack purchase is strongly recommended for this course. The price for this is dependent on suppliers, but the cost will be provided at the beginning of the course.