Photography courses

Diploma of Photography and Photo Imaging

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have professional level specialised, technical and theoretical skills to plan, carry out and evaluate photo imaging services. Practice at this level is underpinned by application of design theory and the ability to critically analyse and synthesise information from a range of sources. Practitioners may work in a range of industry contexts, including commercial, domestic portrait, media, wedding, illustrative, institutional and art photography. Licensing/Regulatory Information No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply a broad range of technical skills in photo imaging, including lighting, image capture, enhancements and manipulation and output. Practice at this level is predominately digital. It is underpinned by the application of integrated technical, theoretical and historical knowledge of photo imaging and the ability to develop concepts and solutions in response to a brief. Practitioners may work in a range of industry contexts, including retail, commercial, domestic portrait, media, wedding, illustrative, institutional and art photography. Licensing/Regulatory Information No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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TAFE Plus Statement in Open Studio Practice - Photography

This program provides access to the NSI studios and facilities so you can improve your skills by developing your own work. The studios and facilities are under the supervision of a skilled TAFE teacher who can provide tutorial assistance. Costs include an allocation for materials.

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Statement of Attainment in Photography and Photoshop for Beginners

Taught by a professional photographer, this course will feature photography and Photoshop techniques for beginners.

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TAFE Plus Statement in Art Access

By selecting an Art Access specialisation from drawing, life drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, art history and theory, participants will join with other students under tutelage of acclaimed artists from Newcastle Art School. Classes can be changed to try different specialisation at a negotiated point in your program.

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Certificate III in Design Fundamentals

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are developing a broad range of technical and conceptual design skills and who take responsibility for own outputs in work and learning. Practice at this level is underpinned by the application of introductory design theory and history. Licensing/Regulatory Information No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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Certificate III in Make-Up

This qualification reflects the role of individuals employed as make-up artists to design and apply make-up for a range of purposes and occasions across the beauty, fashion, media and entertainment industries. These individuals possess a range of well-developed technical and consultation skills where discretion and judgement is required and are responsible for their own outputs. This includes working cooperatively with a range of individuals including photographers, fashion stylists and media production staff. Work is typically conducted as part of a team or on a freelance basis in settings such as make-up studios, retail cosmetic counters, fashion and media sets and photography studios. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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