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Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting

Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPHI503
State Code
AWH67
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100303 - Photography
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce creative photo images using photo lighting principles.It applies to individuals who apply the selection and control of lighting and light quality to enhance the emotive power of photo images taken in the studio and on location. At this level, work is usually carried out independently, with supervision or guidance available as required.No licensing, legislative or certification conditions apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Research light and its relationship to photo imaging
  • 1.1 Identify and review range of historical and contemporary sources for descriptive and emotive lighting
  • 1.2 Examine theories of light and their application in photo imaging lighting technologies
  • 1.3 Prepare shoot list for range of lighting experiments and confirm lighting techniques and schema with relevant personnel
2. Experiment with light for complex subjects
  • 2.1 Arrange shoot requirements for identified lighting experiments
  • 2.2 Explore lighting subjects in range of interior and exterior locations
  • 2.3 Apply lighting techniques and technology safely in experimental process
  • 2.4 Review processes, and adapt lighting techniques and technology to refine effects
  • 2.5 Document results of experiments for incorporation into future works
3. Apply lighting to create photo image mood
  • 3.1 Produce series of photo images using appropriate lighting techniques and technology to create emotional and descriptive effects
  • 3.2 Evaluate effectiveness of lighting techniques and technology to achieve effects and note areas for improvement
  • 3.3 Catalogue research reference material and work samples
  • 3.4 Identify future opportunities, work directions, equipment needs and workflow changes resulting from photo lighting experiments
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7718 CUVPHI518A Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODH71 CUAPHI533 Explore and apply photo lighting techniques Unit of competency