The role of a photography journal in developing your style
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use my photography journal to develop my style and guide my artistic choices.
Key learning points
- Despite diverse backgrounds and approaches, common threads emerge in how photographers develop a journal.
- Photographers use journals to think through ideas and develop concepts for future projects or photoshoots.
- Journals are a space for practising techniques, experimenting with styles, and testing materials without pressure.
Keywords
Develop - to improve and refine artistic skills, ideas, or techniques through practice and experimentation
Journal - a personal space to explore, experiment, and develop artistic skills
Common misconception
Photography journals are always in book form.
They can also exist digitally or as collections of images, notes, and sketches in various formats.
Teacher tip
Have a variety of student or artist examples ready to discuss, showcasing different approaches to photographic journaling and styles.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is the primary purpose of a student journal in GCSE photography?
Q2.Fill the gap: A photographic style is what makes your work .
Q3.Photographers might use their journals to ...
Q4.What is an accurate definition of documentary photography?
Q5.How does a well-maintained journal impact a student's GCSE Art grade?
Q6.How can a journal be used to effectively meet the GCSE Art Assessment Objectives?
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