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ART & DESIGN: HIGHER PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY

The photograph abounds in modern society.  On a daily basis we are bombarded with photographic imagery from television and the news media to billboards, the Internet and advertising.  As well as being consumers of, we are all creators of images.  The mobile phone has seen to that.  Most of us carry a camera in some shape or form.
Higher Photography will give you the opportunity to improve your skills and to develop a greater understanding as to how these influence and shape us.  It will develop your creativity and will provide you with the opportunity to reflect upon and interpret the world around you. ​


The course comprises of an introduction to photography, a self directed project and a final exam.
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  •  Basic Camera Techniques – an introduction to photography, how to use camera settings and take interesting shots.​
  •  Project – Pupils are encouraged to make personal choices and produce a creative, self-directed folio, which demonstrates applied photography skills in a challenging context.
  • The Question paper-  assesses candidates’ knowledge and understanding of photographic work and practice. 
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Jenny Hall 2016
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Isla Rushbrook 2016
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Tyne Walls 2018
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Morgan Geddes Ward 2014
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Katie MacDonald 2019
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Mac Cook 2019
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Amber Gray 2016
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Kelly Marwick 2014
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Sophie Balcombe 2015
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Hannah Kynoch 2014
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Katy Diffin 2019
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Natalie Rose 2017
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Callum Mackinnon 2018
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Ilona Foubister 2017
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Fin Siderfin 2016
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Leah Moodie 2017
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Alanah Johnston 2019
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Kes Andrews 2014
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Esme Andrews 2017
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Grace Corsie 2014
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Amy Sinclair
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Anna McEwan 2018

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