Module Descriptors
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR VISUAL EFFECTS 2
XXET40330
Key Facts
Faculty of Arts and Creative Technologies
Level 4
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- COURSEWORK weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Indicative Content
Students will gain knowledge of high dynamic range imaging and develop skills in digital image manipulation software in the creation of mattes, textures and back plates, photoreal and seamless images for use in visual digital effects. Students will be taught techniques such as compositing, Luma keying, masking, working with alpha channels, use of light probes, composition and perspective as well as shooting techniques for background plate compositing.
1. Digital Image manipulation software
2. Mattes and masking
3. Image manipulation techniques, creating photorealistic images
4. Compositing techniques (edge quality, focus, noise/grain, colour structure etc.)
5. Composition and perspective
6. Textures
7. Working with Alpha channels, luma keying, masks (feathering, Splines/Bezier comparisons etc.)
8. Light Probes
9. HDRI photography
10. Shooting techniques for background plates for composites
11. The colour pipeline: acquisition to delivery. Established depth cues and depth of field, colour and tone.
1. Digital Image manipulation software
2. Mattes and masking
3. Image manipulation techniques, creating photorealistic images
4. Compositing techniques (edge quality, focus, noise/grain, colour structure etc.)
5. Composition and perspective
6. Textures
7. Working with Alpha channels, luma keying, masks (feathering, Splines/Bezier comparisons etc.)
8. Light Probes
9. HDRI photography
10. Shooting techniques for background plates for composites
11. The colour pipeline: acquisition to delivery. Established depth cues and depth of field, colour and tone.
Module Additional Assessment Details
A coursework weighted at 100% comprising:-
Individual assessments worth 40% presented through an online written blog of 1500 words, assessing learning outcome 2 and 3
A final individual practical piece weighted at 60%.which will assess learning outcome 1 and 3
Individual assessments worth 40% presented through an online written blog of 1500 words, assessing learning outcome 2 and 3
A final individual practical piece weighted at 60%.which will assess learning outcome 1 and 3
Module Learning Strategies
Lectures and Laboratory sessions
(1:n)1 (1:25)2
Learning on all aspects of the module will be facilitated by lectures and tutorials, problem solving exercises and student centred learning.
Practical assignments using laboratory equipment and editing facilities will support the learning.
(1:n)1 (1:25)2
Learning on all aspects of the module will be facilitated by lectures and tutorials, problem solving exercises and student centred learning.
Practical assignments using laboratory equipment and editing facilities will support the learning.
Module Texts
Bloch, C. 2007, The HDRI Handbook: High Dynamic Range Imaging for Photographers and CG artists: Rocky Nook. ISBN: 1-93395-205-9
Eismann, K. 2007, The Creative Digital Darkroom: O¿Reilly Media. ISBN: 0-59610-047-7
Kloskowski, M. 2008, Layers: The Complete Guide to Photoshop's Most Powerful Feature: Peachpit Press. ISBN: 0-32153-416-6
Monroy, B. 2008, Photoshop Studio with Bert Monroy: Digital Painting: New Riders. ISBN: 0-32151-587-2
Eismann, K. 2007, The Creative Digital Darkroom: O¿Reilly Media. ISBN: 0-59610-047-7
Kloskowski, M. 2008, Layers: The Complete Guide to Photoshop's Most Powerful Feature: Peachpit Press. ISBN: 0-32153-416-6
Monroy, B. 2008, Photoshop Studio with Bert Monroy: Digital Painting: New Riders. ISBN: 0-32151-587-2
Module Resources
Adobe Suite
Digital SLR
Word Processing facilities
Digital SLR
Word Processing facilities
Module Special Admissions Requirements
Pre-requisite of CE01148-4 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR VISUAL EFFECTS 1 or equivalent.