NCFE Year 1 Photography Project

September 17, 2008 Index
INDEX
NCFE Levels 1 and 2 Certificate in Digital Photography
By Stuart Williams 2008-09 Tutor Mark Holloway
All headings, sub headings and Pictures are hyperlinked,

click to navigate.
Appeals Procedure 1
Index 2
Health and Safety 5
Tutors Discussion 5
Working with computers 5
Bad posture causes strain and eye injury 6
Your Health & Safety 6
Working with computers 6
Protect your eyesight 6
Use cables and wires Safely 6
Protect your body 7
General Precautions 7
Handling the Camera 8
Battery handling precautions 10
Handling and storage precautions 11
LCD monitor 12
FCC Notice 12
Evaluation Units 1 to 3 14
Candidate Information Pack 17
Introduction 19
Completing your NCFE qualification 20

Tracking your progress 23
Navigation of camera 25
Scene Mode 31
Glossary of terms and functions and there uses 31
Task take three and note why (scene mode) 33
The difference between white balance 36
ISO “Sensitivity” lowest value to the highest 38
Aperture Priority 46
Shutter Priority 49
Shutter priority/Metering 53
Auto Focus 60
Project the Moon 61
Manual Mode 65
Flash Photography 68
Chosen Subject Faces (Christine Keller) 76
Depth of Field (D.o.F) 79
Saving to memory stick 82
When Viewing your Photographs 84
To open up photograph information 87
Day at the Black Country living museum 88
Day out at Litchfield Cathedral 97
NCFE 2
Photo Shop Project (Pop Art) 99
The Use of External Flashgun in the field Evaluation 104
“Life looks better through a lens ;-)”

September 17, 2008 Appeals procedure
NCFE Levels 1 and 2 Certificate in Digital Photography
Appeals Procedure – Birmingham Adult Education Service

We hope you will enjoy your study with BAES. However, if for any reason you find
yourself in disagreement with your tutor/assessor about your assessment outcomes, you
have the right to seek help by following the steps outlined below:
1. Contact the Internal Moderator for your course who will try to help you with your
problem.
2. If you are not able to resolve the matter with the Internal Verifier, Janet Epps,
please contact the Program Coordinator.
3. If you are not able to resolve the matter with the Program Coordinator, you may
then contact the External Moderator from the awarding body.
4. If you are not able to resolve the matter with the External Moderator, you may
contact the NCFE.
5. If you are still not satisfied, you may refer the matter to the
Qualifications and Curriculum Authority
Internal Moderator Janet Epps 477 Stratford Road,

Sparkhill, Birmingham, B11 4LE
0121 464 1893
Janet.epps@birmingham.gov.uk
Program Co-ordinator Brenda Woulfe Ladywood Arts & leisure

centre,Monument
Road,Ladywood,Birmingham
B16 8TR
0121 6756338
Brenda_Woulfe@birmingham.gov.uk
External Moderater Dave Hudspeth NCFE

Citygate,St James Boulevard,Newcastle
upon Tyne, NE1 4JE
NCFE As Above
QCA 222 Euston Road, Londen NW1 2BZ

September 17, 2008 [HEALTH AND SAFTY]
Health and Safety

Tutors Discussion
Health and Safety means that we all have to work together to make sure that you are
safe when you come to classes, and to avoid accidents.
It is up to us to make sure that the rooms, toilets, corridors and equipment you use are
safe. If you see anything that you think in dangerous, like wet floors or loose plug
sockets, please tell your tutor or the staff on reception.
It is up to you to be careful, and not to behave in a way that could cause an accident.
Walk, don't run, and use equipment with care. Your tutor will show you the right way to
use things, and if you are not sure you must
If you hurt yourself or feel ill, you must tell your tutor straight away. There is a first aid
box in the centre office, and the office staff will help you if you need anything.
If you hear the fire alarm, you must leave the centre right away by the nearest exit.
Walk, don't run, and stay with your class. Don't go back for your coat or bag. Your
safety is much more important.
Please refer to the centre evacuation procedures.

WORKING WITH COMPUTERS
The operator should be as comfortable as possible when processing. The diagram below
indicates an ideal position.
• Use blinds on windows to stop glare on screen

• Keep all trailing wires safe and out of the way
• M a k e s u r e y o u have enough space to work safely
• Visual Display Units should be adjustable
• Sit correctly, using an adjustable chair
• Use foot-rest if
necessary
• Make sure desk is correct height
Bad posture cause strain and eye injury
• Adjust your chair so that your legs fit comfortably underneath the desk, and your
arms rest at a 90-degree angle to the desk top.
• Use a foot-rest if your feet will not rest flat on the floor. Keep your back
straight and supported.
• Have enough space on the side of your keyboard so that you can put any
documents you are working from within an easy range of vision. Use a copy holder.
• Keep the keyboard in front of you and don't rest your wrists on the desk. Keep
your wrists level with the back of your hands.
Your Health & Safety

Computers are safe if you follow a few simple steps
Protect your eyesight

Staring at a PC screen can lead to eye-strain. To avoid this.
Look away frequently and focus your eyes on objects that are at the clear side of the
room or out of the window at regular intervals.
Make sure your work area is well lit and ventilated.
Use cables and wires Safely

Make sure that you keep cables and wires tidy so that you do not trip over them.
Be careful not to overload electricity sockets and consider a circuit breaker, it will
protect you
and your equipment.
Remember, you are more valuable than the hardware, software & data.
YOU ARE IRREPLACEABLE!
Protect your body

If you do any physical activity without a break you may damage tendons, nerves or
muscles. This is called Repetitive Strain injury.
Using a mouse or keyboard for prolonged period can effect your fingers, wrist,
elbows or even your back.
The best way to avoid this is:-
• Choose suitable furniture so that you can sit properly.
• Your chair should be comfortable, adjustable and provide proper support for your
back.
• The screen, keyboard and mouse should be at a comfortable angle. (See diagram
above).
• Take a break every 15-20 minutes to let your muscles rest and recuperate.
General Precautions
• Read All Instructions — Before you use the product, read all operating
instructions.
• Save These Instructions — Save all safety and operating instructions for
future reference.
• Heed Warnings — Read carefully and follow all warning labels on the product
and those described in the instructions.
• Follow Instructions — Follow all instructions provided with this product.
Cleaning — Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Never use any type of liquid or
aerosol cleaner, or any type of organic solvent to clean this product.
• Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only
accessories recommended by manufacture.
• Water and Moisture — Never use this product around water (near a bathtub,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement, swimming pool or in the rain).
• Location — To avoid damage to the product and prevent personal injury, never
place this product on an unstable stand, tripod, bracket, table or cart. Mount only
on a stable tripod, stand, or bracket. Follow the instructions that describe how to
safely mount the product, and use only the mounting devices recommended by
the manufacturer.
• Power Sources — Connect this product only to the power source described on
the product label. If you are not sure about the type of power supply in your
home, consult your local power company. Refer to your operating instructions for
information on using the product with a battery.

• Foreign Objects, Liquid Spillage — To avoid personal injury caused by fire
or electrical shock from contact with internal high voltage points, never insert a
metal object into the product. Avoid using the product where there is a danger of
spillage.
• Heat — Never use or store this product near any heat source such as a radiator,
heat register, stove, or any type of equipment or appliance that generates heat,
including stereo amplifiers.
• Servicing — Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
DANGER If the product is used without observing the information given under this
symbol, serious injury or death may result.
WARNING If the product is used without observing the information given under this
symbol, injury or death may result.
CAUTION If the product is used without observing the information
under this symbol, minor personal injury, damage to the equipment, or the loss of
valuable data may result.
•
• Attempting to remove the covers or disassemble the product, could expose you to
dangerous high voltage points.
• Damage Requiring Service — If you notice any of the conditions described
below, refer servicing to qualified service personnel: Liquid has been spilled onto
the product or some other object has fallen into the product. The product has been
exposed to water. The product does not operate normally despite following
Operating instructions. Adjust only the controls described in the operating
instructions as improper adjustment of other controls could damage the product and
require extensive repair work by a qualified technician. The product has been dropped
or damaged in any way.The product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
• Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, make sure that
the service center uses only parts with the same characteristics as the originals, as
recommended by the manufacturer. Unauthorized substitution of parts could result
in fire, electrical shock, or create other hazards.
Safety Check — Upon completion of servicing or repairs, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product is in good working order.
Handling the Camera
WARNING
• Do not use the camera in areas exposed to flammable or explosive gases.
• A fire or explosion may result.
• Do not use the flash on people (infants, small children, etc.) at close range.
• When you fire the flash, you must be at least 1 m (3 ft) away from the faces of
your subjects. Firing the flash too close to the subject's eyes could cause a
momentary loss of vision.
• Keep young children and infants away from the camera.

• If not, the following dangerous situations may occur:
• Becoming entangled in the camera strap or power cords, causing strangulation. If
this happens, follow the doctor's instructions.
• Accidentally swallowing the battery or other small parts.
• Accidentally firing the flash into their own eyes or those of another child.
• Accidentally being injured by the moving parts of the camera.
• Do not use or store the camera in dusty or humid places.
• Using or storing the camera in dusty or humid places may result in a fire
electric shock.
• Do not cover the flash with a hand while firing.
• Do not cover the flash or touch it after it has just been fired sequentially.
• It may be hot and cause minor burns.
• Do not take apart or modify the camera.
• Never attempt to disassemble the camera. The internal circuits contain high
voltage points which could cause serious burns or electrical shock.
• Do not let water or foreign objects inside the camera.
• A fire or electric shock may result. If the camera is accidentally dropped in water,
or if liquid is spilled into the camera, stop using it, allow it to dry, and then remove
the battery. Contact the nearest authorized Olympus service center.
• Do not touch the battery or the battery charger while battery charging is
in progress.
• Wait until charging is complete and the battery has cooled.
• The battery and battery charger become hot while charging. At these times, they
may cause minor burns.
• Do not use a non-specified battery and/or charger.
• Use of a non-designated battery and/or re-charger may lead to camera or battery
failure as well as other unexpected accidents. Any accidents resulting from use of
non-designated equipment will not be compensated.
CAUTION
• Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors,
noise, or smoke around it.
• If you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around the camera during
operation, switch it off immediately — and remove the battery. Allow the camera
to sit idle for a few minutes to cool. Take the camera outdoors, away from flammable
objects, and carefully remove the battery. Never remove the battery with bare
hands. Contact the nearest Olympus service center immediately.
• Do not use the camera with wet hands.
• Damage or electric shock may result. Also, do not connect or disconnect the
power plug with wet hands.
• Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera. It could easily
catch on stray objects — and cause serious damage.
• Do not leave the camera in areas subject to extremely high temperature.
• Doing so may cause parts to deteriorate and, in some circumstances, cause the
camera to catch fire.
• When the camera contains metal parts, overheating can result in a low-
temperature burn. Pay attention to the following:
• When used for a long period, the camera will get hot. If you hold on to the camera in
this state, a low-temperature burn may be caused.
• In places subject to extremely cold temperatures, the temperature of the camera's
body may be lower than the environmental temperature. If possible, wear gloves
when handling the camera in cold temperatures.
• Do not damage the power cable.
• Do not pull on the charger's cable or add another cable to it. Be sure to connect or
disconnect the charger's cable while holding the power plug. If the following cases
occur, stop using and contact an Olympus dealer or authorized customer support
center.
• The power plug or cable produces heat, burning smell, or smoke.
• The power plug or cable is cracked or broken.
• The contact is bad on the power plug
• Battery handling precautions
• Follow these important guidelines to prevent the battery from leaking,
overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns.
• DANGER
• Never heat or incinerate the battery.
• Do not connect the (+) and (-) terminals to each other using metal
objects.
• Do not carry or store the battery where it may come into contact with
metal objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc.
• Never store the battery where it will be exposed to direct sunlight, or
subjected to high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc.
• Never attempt to disassemble the battery or modify it in any way, such as
by soldering.
• Doing so may break the terminals or cause battery fluid to splash, resulting in potential
fire, explosion, battery leakage, overheating or other damage.

• If battery fluid gets in your eyes, loss of eyesight may result.
• If battery fluid gets in your eyes, do not rub them. Flush them immediately with clear,
cold running water and seek medical attention straight away.
• WARNING
• Keep the battery dry at all times. Never allow it to come into contact
with fresh or salt water.
• Do not touch or hold the battery with wet hands.
• If the rechargeable battery does not recharge within the specified
time, stop charging it and do not use it.
• If you do not, fire, explosion, ignition or overheating may result.
• Do not use the battery if it is cracked or broken.
• Doing so may cause explosion or overheating.
• Never subject the battery to strong shocks or continuous vibration.
Doing so may cause explosion or overheating.
• Never attempt to modify the battery compartment on the camera, never

insert anything (other than the specified battery) into the compartment.
• If the battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or appears
abnormal in any way during operation, stop using the camera
immediately.
• Contact your dealer or an authorized Olympus service center. Continued use may result
in fire or electric shock.
• If the battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and
flush the affected area with clean, running cold water immediately. If the
fluid burns your skin, seek medical attention immediately.
• CAUTION
• Do not remove the battery from the camera immediately after
operating the camera on battery power for a long time.
• Doing so may cause burns.
• Remove the battery from the camera if it is not going to be used for a
long time.
• Otherwise, battery leakage or overheating may cause a fire or injury.
• Handling and storage precautions

• Camera
• To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the
camera in the places listed below, no matter if in use or storage:
• Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through extreme changes.
Direct sunlight, beaches, locked cars, or near other heat sources (stove, radiator,
etc.) or humidifiers.
• In sandy or dusty environments.
• Near flammable items or explosives.
• In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain.

• In places subject to strong vibrations.
• Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations.
• Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This may cause lens
damage, color failure, ghosting on the CCD, or may possibly start a fire.
• Condensation may form inside the camera when there is a sudden extreme change in
temperature (such as when moving from indoors to outdoors). Acclimatize the camera
to the temperature (e.g. by putting the camera into a plastic bag) before use.
• If the camera has not been used for a long time, mold may form or the camera may
malfunction. Before using the camera, check that the camera works properly.
• Do not touch electric contacts on cameras and interchangeable lenses. Remember to
attach the cap when removing the lens
• Do not place the camera near anything that could be affected by magnetism (e.g.
credit card, floppy disk, etc.). Doing so may destroy the data on these items.
• LCD monitor
• Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become fuzzy, resulting in
a playback mode failure or damage to the monitor. If the monitor is damaged, be
careful not to get any of the liquid crystals from the monitor in your mouth. If liquid
crystals get on your limbs or clothes, wash them off.
• A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the monitor. This is not a
malfunction.
• When a subject is viewed diagonally in the camera, the edges may appear to zigzag
on the monitor. This is not a malfunction; It will be less noticeable in playback mode.
• In places subject to low temperatures, the LCD monitor may take a long time to turn
on or its color may change temporarily. When using the camera in extremely cold
places, it is a good idea to occasionally place it in a warm place. A LCD monitor
exhibiting poor performance due to low temperatures will recover in normal
temperatures.
• The LCD monitor is made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or
bright spots of light may appear on the LCD monitor. These spots may not be
uniform in color and brightness depending on their
• characteristics or the angle at which you are viewing the monitor. This is not a
malfunction.
• FCC Notice
• Radio and Television Interference
• Change or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the
user's authority to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
• This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.

• However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Adjust or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the distance between the camera and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cables should be used to connect the camera to
USB-enabled personal computers (PC).
• Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's
authority to operate.
September 17, 2008 [EVALIDATION]
NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Photography

Unit 1 Use of Camera Controls
Learning Outcomes: What you have done to show this Where in your Journal this can be
found
What you must do:
1.1 Explore the use of camera Group project with hand out. Navigation of Camera, P25
controls to create an image
1.2 Explore a range of recording USB Sticks, SD cards, DVD,CD, Saving to a memory stick, P82
media Hard Drive & Paper when opening your photographs
Resizing Jpegs copy & past into P86
For digital cameras: various MS word ISO Project, P38
storage media, file types and size Scene Mode Project, P31
and resolution
1.3 Select appropriate lens to Using 50mm lens Manual Mode Project P65
record image 70 X 300mm lens
10 X 22 mm lens
1.4 Explore the use of equipment Flash, Tripods, Card readers, Off Flash photography P68
and accessories shoe flash cable &Lens hoods Day @ Lichfield P97
Throughout Journal
1.5 Follow health & safety Flash project & Moon project Flash photography P68
procedures Moon Project P61
1.6 take a shot Throughout Journal Throughout Journal
1.7 how to set aperture, shutter Aperture, Shutter and manual Aperture P46
and focus controls projects Shutter P49
Manual Mode Project P65
1.8 appropriate ISO choice and ISO Project ISO Project, P38
quality of image size and
resolution
1.9 Appropriate focal length lens Group discussion, Moon project Moon Project P61
for a range of subjects
1.10 How to select the correct Flash tripod different lenses and Throughout Journal
equipment and accessories lens accessories
1.11 Appropriate health & safety As element 1.5

procedures
Additional information
The Journal should contain at least 3 examples of images taken at the start of the cause when their skills
are being developed. Candidates can identify areas to improve in to help inform the work produced for unit
3.
Unit 2 Explore and develop image production skills

found
What must you do:
2.1 Process/download an image On going throughout journal journal
2.2 Select and produce a print Class discussion
2.3 Appropriate health & safety Right posture at computer making Bad Posture, protect your eyes P6
procedures sure liquids & cables are out of
the way
2.4 Understand processing On going throughout journal journal
procedures needed to produce an
image
2.5 How to alter images: Litchfield Project, and thought out Day @ Lichfield P67
Using a digital image- how to journal
adjust contrast, brightness,
saturation and resize
2.6 Appropriate health & safety Ref element 2.3 Bad Posture, protect your eyes P6
procedures
Unit 3 Produce & evaluate a range of photographic

images
found
What must you do:
3.1 Research and present Group discussion Chosen Faces Group discussion
possible ideas to develop into a
photographic portfolio based on
ONE of the selected topics listed
3.2 Explore work of other Christine Kessler project Christine Kessler project P76
Photographers
3.3 Discuss a range of ideas with Group session Group discussion
tutor and peers approval
3.4 Adapt ideas appropriately in Adapting and developing my own Throughout journal
response to factors and individual style of club photography
ways of working
3.5 Produce an evaluation of the Final evaluation
completed Portfolio
3.6 Compositional elements and Cropping down negative space Throughout journal
techniques used to produce a
series of images to a chosen brief
3.7 An exploration of Throughout journal Throughout journal
presentation techniques
3.8 How the study of the chosen Final evaluation Group discussion, Christine
aspect has influenced your picture Kessler project P76
taking
3.9 How to critically evaluate the Group discussion & tutorial Group discussion
completed portfolio
Additional information
Portfolio must consist of 12 images presented as a considered approach to the chosen theme. The themes are;
(1) Faces.
(2) My Favourite Place.
(3) A Day out.
(4) Public or family event.
Please Note: Candidates should only complete ONE of the above topics and images must be at least 8” X 6” in size
September 17, 2008 10/01/2009CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK
NCFE Level 1 Certificate

in Photography
Candidate Information Pack
Candidate Name: Stuart Williams
Centre Number:
Centre Name: Stone Hall

Tutor's Name: Mr Mark Holloway
Start Date: 17/09/08
Signatures
Candidate: …………………………………………………………………Date: ..............
Assessor: ………………………………………………………………….Date: ..............

Internal Moderator*: …………………………………………………………….Date: ..............
External Moderator*: .............................................. Date: ...........................
for completion if part, or all, of the evidence has been sampled by the Internal
and/or External Moderator
September 17, 2008 CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK
Contents
Section 1: Introduction
Qualification Overview 1
Aims 1
Opportunities for Further Education and Training 1
Links to Skills for Life 1
Section 2: Completing your NCFE Qualification 3

Why use this Information Pack? 3
The Internal and External Moderator 3
Certification 3
Additional Support Requirements 4
Appeals, Enquiries about Results and Complaints 4
Malpractice and Misconduct 4
Equal Opportunities 5
Data Protection 5
Section 3: Tracking your progress 6

How To Use This Information Pack 6
Unit Summaries 7
Unit 01 Use of Camera Controls 8
Unit 02 Explore and develop image production skills 10
Unit 03 Produce and evaluate a range of photographic images 12
About NCFE 13
Section 1: Introduction
Thank you for choosing an NCFE qualification. This information pack is yours to
keep and is a place to record your progress.
Your NCFE qualification can help you progress to further qualifications. The
following qualification overview explains this in more detail.
Qualification Overview
The NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Photography is an ideal qualification for candidates
wishing to gain knowledge of photographic principles and improve their image taking
skills.
The NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Photography has been accredited by the
Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) as part of the National
Qualifications Framework. Its QCA accreditation number is 100/5715/8.
The qualification comprises the following three] mandatory units:
• Unit 01 Use of Camera Controls

• Unit 02 Explore and develop image production skills
• Unit 03 Produce and evaluate a range of photographic images
Aim s
The NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Photography aims to:
• enable candidates to develop basic photography skills

• provide candidates with an underpinning knowledge of the photographic
process
provide candidates with a basis for progression into other study
Opportunities for Further Education and Training

After successfully completing this qualification, you may like to go on to further
study in qualifications such as
Links to skills for life

This qualification provides the opportunity for you to develop your Key Skills in
Communication, Application of Num ber and Improving Own Learning and
Performance. You and your Tutor may decide that you can take an assessment
for these Key Skills. If you are assessed and are successful, you will be given a
certificate to show which Key Skills you have achieved.
Section 2: Completing your NCFE qualification

W hy Use This I nformation Pack?
This information pack provides you with the learning outcomes you have to
meet to achieve each unit of this qualification. The Pack will help you keep track
of the work you have done and the work you still need to do to finish your
portfolio. It will also help your Tutors and Moderators find their way around your
portfolio so they can assess it. To help you, page 6 of this booklet gives you
an example of how to use the pack. Once you have completed your portfolio,
your Tutor will sign the front of the pack, to s how it has been completed to
his/her satisfaction.
The Internal and External M oderator
After your Tutor has assessed your work, another member of staff, the Internal
Moderator, will review your Tutor's assessment. An External Moderator, employed
by NCFE, will visit your centre and may wish to discuss the content of the cou rse
and the work you are doing with you and the other candidates. The External
Moderator's role is to ensure your work has been assessed in accordance with
NCFE's requirements. The Internal and/or External Moderator will also sign the
front of the information pack, if your portfolio is one of those selected.
Certification
Once you have built up your portfolio of evidence to the satisfaction of your
Tutor and the Internal and External Moderator, you will be awarded the NC FE
Level 1 Certificate in Photography.
Once your portfolio has been completed and signed off by your centre and the
External Moderator, your centre will return a signed Certificate Claim Form to
NCFE. Your certificate will be despatched to your centre within 15 working days of
receipt of this form. Your centre will either forward the certificate to your home
address, or notify you that it is available for collection.
If you do not achieve the full qualification you may claim a Letter of Unit Credit
for the individual units you have completed. The centre where you are
undertaking the qualification can request a Letter of Unit Credit from NCFE on
your behalf once your evidence for that unit has been internally and externally
moderated. Please speak to your course Tutor if you would like more details on
how to claim a Letter of Unit Credit.
Additional Support Requirements
NCFE recognises that you might require additional support in order to

achieve your qualification; for example, if you have a permanent, or temporary,
disability, medical condition or specific learning need. This may take the form
of facilities to support reading or writing needs, a hearing, visual or physical
impairment, facilities to support a medical condition or temporary injury, or
facilities to support you if your first language is not English.
Your Tutor will discuss the most appropriate method of support to meet your
needs and may notify NCFE of the support they are going to give you.
For more information your Tutor will be able to provide you with a full copy
of NCFE's Reasonable Adjustments and Considerations Policy, or you can
download it from www.ncfe.org.uk.
Appeals, Enquiries about R esults and Com plaints
If you have any queries or problems with your qualification, you should first
talk to your Tutor, the Internal Moderator or another member of staff at your
centre. If you have a complaint about the way your work has been assessed, or
the support you have been given, you must raise the issues through your
centre's own appeals or grievance policy (your Tutor should be able to give you
a copy of this).
For more information your Tutor will be able to provide you with a full copy
of NCFE's Appeals and Enquiries about Results Policy, or you can download
it from www.ncfe.org.uk.
M a l pr ac t i ce a n d M is c on d u ct
NCFE will act upon reports of suspected or actual cases of malpractice or

misconduct received from candidates and other parties about a centre's
activities or centre personnel which may affect the integrity of the
qualification(s) and quality assurance systems.
If your centre suspects you have been involved in malpractice or misconduct

(eg cheating) your certificate will not be issued during the course of the
investigation. If the case is proven you may have a part of your assessment
disallowed or, in serious cases, your final results may be void.
For more information your Tutor will be able to provide you with a full copy of
NCFE's Malpractice and Misconduct Policy, or you can download it from
www.ncfe.org.uk.
Equal Opportunities
NCFE fully supports the principle of equal opportunities and opposes a II
unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of ability, age, colour, culture,
disability, domestic circumstances, employment status, gender, marital status,
nationality, political orientation, racial origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation
and social background.
NCFE aims to ensure that equality of opportunity is promoted and that

unlawful or unfair discrimination, whether direct or indirect, is eliminated
both in its own employment practices, and in access to its qualifications.
NCFE's Equal Opportunities Statement is available to download from
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Tracking your progress

Section 3: Tracking your progress

Unit Sum m aries
Unit 01 Use of Camera Controls
This unit covers using a camera (either digital or film) and understanding the
controls of a camera in order to produce well exposed and sharp images. During
this unit you will develop photo s kills by producing a range of exploratory imagery.
This work will be built on to produce a portfolio in Unit 03.
Unit 01
This unit has one element and is mandatory:
Element 1.1
Use of camera controls
Unit 02
Explore and develop image production skills
This unit covers the production of a print, either digital or
film based. This unit has one element and is mandatory:
Element 2.1
Explore and develop image production skills
Unit 03
Produce and evaluate a range of photographic images
This unit covers the production of a photographic portfolio.
This unit has one element and is mandatory:
Elements 3.1
Produce and evaluate a range of photographic images
Project:- Navigation of Camera Date 24/09/08
Unit Covered NCFE 1.1 By Stuart Williams
Project: Navigation of camera - to negotiate yourself around your

camera to find where different accessories fit to or what functions are
available for you to use.
Please remember that Digital Cameras are in themselves mini

portable computers/storage devices.
Objectives: - To get to know your camera. Learn what it can do.
Learner's comments.
Please fill in as much detail, thinking about the following issues: -
What did you learn from this project?
Not a lot as I had been playing with the camera for some time.
Was the project beneficial?
Not really.
Do you need more time spent on this project?
No thanks.
Tutor's comments:
Back View of Camera.
Please look at your camera to see if the following functions are on the camera
Do you have all the above functions either on the back or somewhere else on
your camera?
Yes
Please list what buttons/controls you have on the back of your camera.
Cross keys Metering mode
Picture Style selection button Drive mode selection button
AF mode button Playback button set button
White balance /share button Menu button
Display button Dioptric adjustment knob
Aperture/Exposure button AE lock FE lock button Index reduce

button
AF point selection/ magnification button Erase button

Mode dial: - gives you the choice of which Still Photography mode you want to use.
The mode dial may be found within the menus on offer on the Monitor Text Display
accessed via the LCD monitor. If this is the case then you do not have a dial then
most of your options will be found as software accessed through your LCD monitor
and menu button.
Please list below all the options your camera has on offer on the Mode Dial.
Program
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Automatic depth of field
Portrait
Landscape
Close up
Sports
Night Portrait
Flash Off
Most Menu Buttons are multi-functional. Acting as quick access buttons to for
Below are examples of two quick/easy access buttons for flash modes and macro
photography.
MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY
This is used to photograph objects, which are very close to the lens in order to see
the detail of the object. You can use macro to adjust camera settings to take
close-up shots, which you can also zoom in on. Try and take a photograph close
up of fingernail for instance. How close can you get?
Macro
photography symbol
S A
Above are examples of different Flash symbols available in the Flash Mode
Please tick against any of the functions listed below that you can find on your Please
tick against any of the functions listed below that you can find on your camera.
1 Self timer
2 Macro (photography)
3 Zoom Bar
x
4 Camera shake warning
x
5 Lens
6 Viewfinder
7 Flash
8 Red eye reduction mode
x
9 Strap mount
10 USB socket
11 DC in socket
12 Portrait mode
13 Tripod mount
14 Diopter adjustment dial
15 Movie mode
X
16 Delete button
When looking at the software menus available to the photographer

they are often split up into three sections: -
Camera menus therefore all aspects of functions that are directly involved
with photography.
Software which is to do with Photography. Therefore you will

find anything which will aid you to take a photograph.
Playback menu. Which will include all the stored information

about the photograph. IE what Mode was the photograph taken under?
Often represented by the image of a spanner. If there are two

"spanners" as options then the first may refer to further options to fine
tune your photographs but this is advanced photography, as a general
rule leave these settings alone until you understand those options
found under the camera options (1 above). The other options found
under the "spanner" option are to do with the set up of time and date
etc naming files (name for photograph each photograph being regarded
as a file). Anything that is important for you to do your camera will
probably ask you to set when you first set up your camera.
Project:- Scene Mode Date 24/09/08
Glossary of terms and functions and there uses. Scene Mode
Dial Mode.
Often found on the top of your camera. Features include..
Auto mode - under this mode the camera will work out an average for all settings
and is best used In conjunction with a flash ( indeed some cameras will always fire
up the flash in auto mode and will not allow you to switch the flash off). The draw
back to this mode is that as the camera works out an average particularly
concerning exposure levels you may find that bleaching out has occurred particularly
in skies or in very light areas of the photograph.
P-mode (Programmed mode) under this mode you can depending on your cameras
specification change some of the cameras settings for instance the. ISO (film speed)
or Shutter speed. Under this mode you can also find what are called scene modes
e.g. landscape , portrait , night time , sport etc ( to find more you may have to go
into you on screen menus. P-mode is a very useful mode to achieve well balanced
photographs as the camera will work out what are the optimum settings after
you have decided what settings you want to change. Under scene modes you are
telling the camera to expect certain photographic conditions I.e. sports will expect a
fast moving subject so will use a fast shutter speed and respective ISO ( film
speed). Again allowing you to achieve a well balanced photograph.
S-mode ( on canon cameras this is known as TV-mode) and stands for Shutter
Priority mode. Under this mode you can set how long the shutter is open for -the
shutter speed. The longer the shutter is open for the more light is allowed into the
camera , therefore under low lighting conditions the shutter would be open longer.
This is set up when you use the night time scene mode mentioned above. You
can use S-mode for shots where you want to freeze a moving subject ( fast shutter
speed I.e. 1/1000sec) or convey the impression of movement ( slow shutter speed
2sec).
A-mode (on canon cameras this is known as AV-mode) and stands for
Aperture Priority mode. The aperture refers to the size of the hole allowing light
in the camera and is situated within the lens of the camera. You can use this mode
for shots . where you want to have the background out of focus (large aperture)
or have both near and far objects in focus at the same time (small aperture).
Please note a small aperture is f22 while a large aperture is t2.8. Small apertures
are generally used in landscape photography while large apertures are used for
portrait photography and as before will be set automatically when using different
scene modes.
M-mode stands for manual mode and under this mode you can set both
shutter speed and aperture this is for more advanced photography.
Playback mode. This mode is normally shown as a triangle within a box.

Under this mode you can delete or erase unwanted photographs. Before you
do this then you best enlarge the image by using your zoom. Useful if your
memory card is filling up and is a practice that is good to get use to doing
and saving disappointment when viewing photographs later , on a computer
to find your photo could have been re-taken and hopefully improving the shot.
How many pixels are needed ? Roughly 1MB will be good for an 4"x6" (A6)
photograph 6MB or more will be useful for an A4 print or crop from an A4
print.
Memory cards - ok the bigger the better until something goes wrong either its
get damaged or stolen a series of small sized cards is often better to have.
Under the back screen menu you should be able to find ..
ISO ( film speed settings ) 100 being a fast speed but less sensitive than
800 which is a slower film speed but 8x as sensitive as 100.
WB or white balance this refers to the colour temperature of the scene to

be photographed and is measured in degrees of Kelvin ( see attached notes ).
Task to choose three of the pictures and note why.
I have chosen this as my primary picture as it seems that the whites are less
washed out and the blue richness of the sky as well as the contrast of the greens in
the tree.
I have chosen this landscape mode picture my second as I feel it was more of a true
representation of the colures that were really going on.
Third and final picture is chosen for having a better composition than the above two
however the exercise was not about composition, and could have been improved
on.
Title Title Title

Landscape Normal No flash
Time Date Time Date Time Date
8/10/08 8/10/08 8/10/08
Mode landscape Mode normal Mode No flash
ISO Setting 100 ISO Setting 400 ISO Setting 400
White Balance White Balance Auto White Balance Auto
Aperture f/7.1 Aperture f/11 Aperture f/11
Shutter Speed 1/125 Shutter Speed 1/200 Shutter Speed 1/200
No. Pixels 12.1 mp No. Pixels 12.1 mp No. Pixels 12.1mp
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode pattern Metering Mode pattern
Notes: This is the only one that set its self Notes: Notes:
at 100 ISO and yet the colours look very
strong not like the day it’s self. But probably
the closest without the over exposure.
Title Title Title

Macro Portrait Night Portrait
8/10/08 8/10/08 8/10/08
Mode Macro Mode portrait Mode Night portrait
White Balance auto White Balance Auto White Balance Auto
Aperture f/11 Aperture f/13 Aperture f/11
No. Pixels 12.1mp No. Pixels 12.1mp No. Pixels 12.1mp
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode pattern Metering Mode pattern
Notes: Notes: Giving a rich sky but untrue to Notes: a little washed out on the whites
the real colours
Title Title Title

Sports Without flash IM 9467
8/10/08 8/10/08 1/10/8
Mode Sports Mode Without flash Mode Portrait
White Balance auto White Balance auto White Balance Auto
Aperture f/7.1 Aperture f/8 Aperture f/5.6
No. Pixels 12.1 No. Pixels 12.1mp No. Pixels 12.1mp
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Pattern Metering pattern
Note: Note: Note:
Title Title Title

Stone hall Sports mode Shed out
landscape
back
1/10/8 1/10/8 1/10/8
Mode Landscape Mode Sports Mode Landscape

White Balance Auto White Balance Auto White Balance Auto
Aperture f/8 Aperture f/9 Aperture f/5.6
No. Pixels 12.1MP No. Pixels 12.1MP No. Pixels 12.1MP
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Pattern
Notes: Notes: Notes: Unusual to see a ISO
speed of 160
Title shed Title Title

out back 2 Trees Trees 2

1/10/8 1/10/8 1/10/8
Mode Landscape Mode Landscape Mode Sports

Aperture f/5.6 Aperture f/7.1 Aperture f/5
Shutter Speed 1/25sec Shutter Speed 1/125 sec Shutter Speed 1/400 sec
No. Pixels 12.1MP No. Pixels 12.1 MP No. Pixels 12.1MP
Notes: Notes: Notes
Noticing again an unusual ISO Colours are richer Colours are more in keeping
speed with reality
Notes & Research link

Project:-Difference between white balance lighting Date 01/11/08
White Balance is measured in Degrees of Kelvin.
Notes:-
What is colour temperature (Degrees Kelvin)?
Degrees Kelvin (or colour temperature) is a unit of temperature

measurement starting from absolute zero at -273 Celsius. Degrees Kelvin
(or colour temperature) is used in colour photography to indicate the
colour balance or spectrum of light emitted from a light source.
Sunlight measures about 5500K; film balanced for sunlight (daylight film),
will assure 'true' colour rendition for objects reflecting the sun.
Project:-Difference between white balance lighting Date 01/11/08
Title Title
Florescent Tungsten
Time Date Time Date
22/10/8 22/10/8
Mode Program Mode Program

ISO Setting 100 ISO Setting 100
White Balance Florescent White Balance Tungsten
Aperture f/5.6 Aperture f/5.6
Shutter Speed 1/30sec Shutter Speed 1/30 sec
No. Pixels 12.166 MP No. Pixels 12.166 MP
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Pattern
Notes: Notes:
Notes and Research link

Project:- ISO different levels four times of day outside Date 15/10/08
Project: -
To record all the ISO levels at four times a day. For example you could take a
photograph with an ISO 100 at 8am then 12 am then 4pm and lastly at 8pm. You
must use one of two modes Program if D-SIR or Manual Mode if you have a compact
without Program mode with individual ISO levels.
You will then need to record your camera's other settings, which your camera has
used to obtain a photograph. Please keep to the same mode setting. I.e.
Program mode or Compact's Manual mode. See additional sheet.
The flash must be off.
In order to obtain a photograph without camera shake a tripod will be required.
You can take interior photographs or exterior ones but you must record the same
subject.
Composition: - see tutors notes
Objectives: - to record a photograph of all ISO levels. To cover units of syllabus

stated above.
N.B. learners who do not have access to any ISO settings on camera to use tutors
camera in lesson time.
Learner's comments.
1. What did you learn from this project?
I have learnt that the ISO setting sensitivity of the image sensor, and the lower the
speed the better quality of picture. Higher ISO settings are generally used in darker
situations to get faster shutter speeds for example indoor sports event when you
want to freeze the action in lower light. I have also learnt that 100 ISO is generally
accepted as ‘normal’ and will give you lovely crisp shots (little noise/grain).
2 Do you need more time spent on this project?
No I think Im ok on this one thanks.
Tutor's comments: -
You Have Three Weeks to Do This Project. Project to be completed by Tuesday 30th
October or Saturday 3rd November
Firstly what does the ISO setting mean?
Traditionally the ISO is a measure of the film speed in a traditional film camera. The
higher the ISO number the faster the film speed. In digital terms film speed is often
referred to as Sensitivity, e.g. 400 ISO is 4X as sensitive as 100 ISO. On a digital
camera, raising the ISO allows faster shutter speed, smaller aperture or both, but
also can result in a grainy image which in digital terms this is referred to as "noise"
which unfortunately sometimes cannot be seen in the small LCD screen at the back
of the camera until later enlargement. This may not be a negative issue if the end
photograph is under 4"x6". On digital cameras the ISO number refers to the chips in
the image-sensor rays. The number of chips or effectiveness of these chips can
depend on the specification or make of camera.
Points to Remember.
Use a lower JPEG compression setting to avoid excessive noise.
It is always best to try to use the lowest ISO setting possible.
Noise can be a downside of higher ISO settings.
Higher ISO settings allow faster shutter speed, a smaller aperture or both.
The number of Pixels being used can be reduced to reduce "noise".
On the other side of the coin too few pixels can mean a blocky-looking --
or pixelated -- image.
Health And Safety.
Whenever moving around tripods are careful of the legs. It is very easy to trip or
knock them over. Always position your tripod with two legs to the back one at the
front. Cameras with top-heavy lens on must be properly supported.If photographing
in low light have a torch at hand. When connecting your camera to the computer
make sure it is on a secure surface and cannot be knocked off. Make sure you are
sitting comfortably in front of the computer. Take time to read the Health and
Safety notices on walls around computer room about working on a computer.
PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST SHOW YOUR PHOTOGRAPHS FROM YOUR CAMERA I WILL
OT ACCEPT ANY PHOTOGRAPHS FROM DISC'S OR ANY OTHER FORM OF STORAGE

MEDIUM.
Composition
Rule of thirds.
This is a rule that is important objects on an axis is a third of the proportion of the
photograph
Axis of photograph
Title Title Title

100 11 200 11 400 11
Time Date Time Time Date
11:19 12/10 Date 11:19
11:19 12/10
12/10
Mode Program Mode Program Mode Program
Shutter Speed 1/160 sec Shutter Speed 1/250 sec Shutter Speed 1/320 sec
No. Pixels 12.166 MP No. Pixels 12.166 No. Pixels 12.166 MP
Metering Pattern Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Pattern
Mode
Notes: Notes: Notes:
Title Title Title

800 11 1600 11 100 16
11:19 12/10 Date 16:54
11:19 12/10
12/10
MP
Mode
Notes: Notes: Notes
Title Title Title

200 16 400 16 800 16
16:54 12/10 Date 16:54
16:54 12/10
12/10
MP
Mode
Title Title Title

1600 16 100 18 200 18

16:54 12/10 18:44 18:45 12/10
12/10
Aperture f/14 Aperture f/3.5 Aperture f/3.5
Shutter Speed 1/500 sec Shutter Speed 0.8 sec Shutter Speed 1/2 sec
No. Pixels 12.166 No. Pixels 12.166 MP No. Pixels 12.166 MP
Title Title Title

400 18 800 18 1600 18
18.45 12/10 18:45 18:45 12/10
12/10
Aperture f/3.5 Aperture f/3.5 Aperture f/5.6
No. Pixels 12.166 MP No. Pixels 12.166 MP No. Pixels 12.166 MP
Notes: Notes: Notes
Title Title Title

100 20 200 20 400 20

20:04 12/10 20:04 20:04 12/10
12/10
Shutter Speed 4 sec Shutter Speed 2 sec Shutter Speed 1 sec
No. Pixels 12.166 MP No. Pixels 12.166 MP No. Pixels 12.166
Title Title
800 20 1600 20
Time Date Time Date
20:04 12/10 20:04
12/10
Mode Program Mode Program
ISO Setting 800 ISO Setting 200
White Balance Auto White Balance Auto
Aperture f/3.5 Aperture f/3.5
Shutter Speed 0.6 sec Shutter Speed 1/4 sec
No. Pixels 12.166 MP No. Pixels 12.166 MP
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Pattern
Notes: Notes:
Title Title Title

Flash 100 nite Tung 100 Florec 100
nite nite

30/10/8 30/10/8 30/10/08
23:55 23:54 23:54

White Balance Flash White Balance Tungsten White Balance Florescent
Shutter Speed MV Shutter Speed 2 sec Shutter Speed 2 sec
Notes: Notes: No dramatic changes Notes:
at different ISO settings with
same WB but bit darker on
shadow
Title Title Title
Flash 200 nite Tung 200 florec
nite 200nite

30/10/08 31/10/08 31/10/08
23:57 00:02 00:11

Shutter Speed 1/60 sec Shutter Speed 1 sec Shutter Speed 0.8 sec
Notes: ISO of 100 with flash on Notes: No dramatic changes Notes
still seems quite dark at different ISO settings with
same WB
Title Title Title

Flash 400 nite Tung 400 Flores 400
nite nite
30/10/08 31/10/08 31/10/08
23:58 00:01 00:15

Shutter Speed mp Shutter Speed ½ sec Shutter Speed ½ sec
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Patten Metering Mode Pattern
Notes: Notes: No dramatic changes at Notes:
different ISO settings with same WB
Title Title Title

Flash 800 Tung 800 Flores 800
nite nite nite

30/10/8 30/10/8 30/10/08
23.59 23:54 23:54

Shutter Speed MV Shutter Speed Multi Value Shutter Speed ¼ sec
Mode
Title Title Title

Flash 1600 Tung 1600 flores 1600
nite nite nite

30/10/08 31/10/08 31/10/08
23:59 00:00 00:14

White Flash White Balance Tungsten White Balance Florescent
Balance
Shutter 1/60 sec Shutter Speed 1/8 sec Shutter Speed 1/8 sec
Speed
Mode
Notes: Compared to the Notes: Notes
equal set at 100 ISO it’s a
lot lighter.
Notes / Research link
Project:- Aperture Priority Date 01/11/08 Unit Covered
NCFE 1.2 By Stuart Williams
Project- Aperture Priority.

To record the information below and on the following page, of other learners'
cameras settings while in Aperture Priority Mode.
name Camera Aperture (F- ISO Metering Shutter when A. is

model stop) range level setting speed set to F-
Stop
STUART CANON f/1.8 –f/22 100 PATTERN 1/250 sec f/1.8
450D
NICKY Fujifilm s800 f/2.8-f/8 100 SPOT 1/125 sec f/2.8
SHARRON Canon 350d f/2.8-f/32 100 PARTAIL 1/4000 f/2.8
PAUL Canon 400d f/3.5-f/22 100 PARTAIL 1/400 sec f/3.5
ROBERT Canon 400d f/3.5-f/32 100 PARTAIL 1/8sec f/8
DOREEN Cannon g10 f/2.8-f/8 100 SPOT 1/40 sec f/2.8
MARTYN Capljo r4 f/33-f/48 100 SPOT 1/570 f/5
HENRY Canon power f/2.7-f/2.8 100 PATTERN 1/40 sec f/2.7
shot
PAULEEN Canon 400d f/3.5-f/32 100 PARTAIL f/.3 f/6.3
What is Aperture Mode?

This is mode the camera set the optimum shutter speed automatically for
the aperture you have selected. When you open the aperture (decrease the
aperture value), the camera will focus within a shorter range (shallow depth of
field) and produce a picture with a blurred background. On the other hand when
you close the aperture (increase the aperture), the camera will focus over a
wider range in the forward and backward directions (more depth of field),
producing a picture with clear focus throughout the image area.
Does your camera have a preview function to check how the background will look?
Tips
If the shutter speed indicator light is flashing when set to a high speed, set the
ISO sensitivity to a lower value or you could use a commercially available
filter for adjusting the amount of light.
Objectives: - Having looked and recorded the above information now look at the
different lenses on the cameras in the classroom. How important is it to use the
correct lens? It would certainly help to use the right lens when available.
What do you think different lenses influence? The different lenses influence the
depth of field as well as the amount of light getting through to the sensor.
Do you think there are any particular lenses within the classroom that are
designed for a particular use? Yes mine being a 50mm f/1.8 and a lot of the
compacts are designed for portrait and general purpose.
Project- Aperture Priority to take three pictures of the same subject using the
extreme settings from the largest aperture to the smallest and one about half
way.
Title Title Title

IMG 5558 IMG 5559 IMG 5560

21/01/09 21/01/09 21/01/09
16:00 16:00 16.00
Mode Aperture Mode Aperture Mode Aperture
Priority Priority Priority
White Balance Flash White Balance flash White Balance flash
Notes: long DoP big numbers (f/ Notes: some were in between Notes little numbers narrow
stop) and clarity DoP and blurred outside of
DoP
Learner's comments.
The correct lens is important as it can govern how much light is allowed in to the
sensor which in turn will have an influence on the shutter speed when in Aperture
Mode, as well as helping to gain the required depth of field.
Tutor's comments:-
Notes/Research link
Classroom Project:- to take pictures against brightly lighten wall using spot & pattern
metering in Aperture Priority.
Title
5554
Time Date
21/01/09
11:13
Mode Aperture
Priority
ISO Setting 100
White Balance Bright Day
Aperture f/5
Shutter Speed 1/2000 sec
No. Pixels 12.1 MP
Metering Mode Spot
Title
5555
Time Date
21/01/09
11:13
Mode Aperture
Priority
ISO Setting 100
White Balance Bright Day
Aperture f/5
No. Pixels 12.1 MP
Metering Mode Spot
Due to the fact of it being a particularly bright scene with a lot of glare, I have set the ISO at 100
which is my lowest setting, and the aperture at f/5 to allow the back ground to appear with a nice soft
focus to help emphasize the subject (Pauline), as can be clearly seen while adjusting the metering
between pattern and spot the picture appears a lot lighter in one than the other. as I spot metered on
the wall as that was the brightest area, so this would cause the sensor to speed up the shutter in order
to cut out some of the glare. IMG 5554 is in my opinion the better of the two as the contrast is more
interesting.
Action Plan to improve on picture
1.I think I should have opened up the aperture as far as I could without over exposure, to blur back
ground out completely.
2. Give Pauline sun glasses so she doesn’t have to squint.
3. find a little better camera angle so’s not to catch so much shadow at the back of her head.
Health & Safety
To be careful not to point the camera at the sun or catch a reflection of it of the window.
Not to strain your eyes while facing the sun.
Wear sunglass and sun screen as U.V rays can be harmful to the eyes and skin.
Project:- Shutter Priority Date 01/11/08
Definition of shutter Priority

Homework:-
Using a long exposure time and short exposure. Creating different photographic results using
different exposure times using the Shutter Priority mode.
Ghosts. By leaving the shutter open for the maximum time allowed walk around in front of your
camera. You will need to make sure that the lighting in the room is a low and make sure your
camera is facing away from an directional light. See example below.
Title Title Title

0364 0388 0401

1/11/08 1/11/08 1/11/08
17:52 18:00
Mode TV Mode TV Mode TV
White Balance Florescent White Balance Florescent White Balance Florescent
Shutter Speed 10 sec Shutter Speed 3.2 sec Shutter Speed 30 sec
No. Pixels 12.166 MP No. Pixels 12.166MP No. Pixels 12.166
Notes: inadequate effect when Notes: with an interesting Notes: here I’ve tried to focus
background is plane. background one gets a feel on the red mug to give a
of depth to the scene. dimension to the ghost. (me)
Car lights blurring into distance. The same as above but this time outside at night. Find a busy road
where the traffic is moving, take a photograph leaving the shutter open for the maximum time
allowed.
Title Title Title

0402 0403 0405
3/11/08 3/11/08 3/11/08
18:30 18:30 18:32
White Balance Florescent White Balance Florescent White Balance Florescent
Shutter Speed 8 seconds Shutter Speed 30 Shutter Speed 20 sec
seconds
Fast shutter speed. (250th sec and above) Take a photograph in daylight capturing a moving car or
something in the garden being blown in the wind. Example of fountain below.
Equipment needed.
1. Tripod
2. Stutter release cable or remote control device. Alternatively you can use the self
timer to avoid camera shake when taking the photograph.
3. Torch
Health and safety.
1. Photographing in low light environment:- please make sure that you are always
aware of where tripod legs are situated and that you allow plenty of space around
the tripod to avoid tripping up or simply knocking the camera.
2. When outside at night please make sure you are safe and secure before taking
photographs. Also that you do not block the way of members of the public.
Please record below the camera settings you used for each photograph.
Title Title Title

0301 0303 0315
Time Time Date Time Date

Date1/11/8 1/11/08 1/11/08
13:08 13:10 13:17
White Balance cloudy White Balance Cloudy White Balance Cloudy
Shutter Speed 30 sec Shutter Speed 1/4000 Shutter Speed 1/400
Notes: Over Exposure shutter Notes: Under Exposed Note: shutter speed quick
speed open to long. shutter speed to quick. enough to catch drop of water.
Title Title Title

0348 0342 0333

1/11/08 1/11/08 1/11/08
13:27 13:25 13:23
White Balance Cloudy White Balance Cloudy White Balance Cloudy
Aperture f/5.6 Aperture f/40 Aperture f/13
Shutter Speed 1/250 sec Shutter Speed ¼ sec Shutter Speed 1/40
No. Pixels 12.166MP No. Pixels 12.166 MP No. Pixels 12.166MP
Notes: water still a little blurred. Notes: Slow shutter speed Notes: Had the external flash
giving water blurred image on to make water sparkle.
Describe below in your own words what you thought the project was about.
To display the way shutter priority works on a moving subject, and how it works in
relation to the available light
Which Units did this project cover?
List below all the camera controls you have used.

• On/Off button • Mode dial
• Automatic focus on/off • Main dial
• White balance button • Live viewing button
• Self timer (drive mode) • Shutter button
• Play back button • Delete button
Evaluation:
Did everything go to plan? Not exactly as shown in the above examples. Problems
with exposure.
What did I have to change?
I had to change the aperture
How successful was it? I felt that it went very well and as I able was able to learn
from the experience
Comments by Tutor.
I confirm that this is all my own work.
Signed.
Tutor Signature.
Project:- Shutter Priority / Metering Date 01/11/08
Understanding how to control the amount of light entering the camera
Shutter Priority Auto Exposure: - A semi- automatic exposure mode in which the
photographer sets the shutter speed and the camera selects the
appropriate aperture. Shutter- opening that opens to allow light to reach the
camera's sensors (equivalent of film in traditional cameras). Shutter speeds are
measure in fractions of a second 1/4000-second for instance is a fast shutter
speed while 60" seconds or a minute therefore a slow shutter speed for very low
lighting conditions.
Project- Shutter Priority.

Following on from the aperture and the metering projects in this the final
Semi-Auto Mode you will need to take 36 photographs (24 if your camera
has only 2 metering modes) using 12 different subjects taken 3x under each
different metering mode. Try to take the photographs under varying lighting
conditions from strong light to low light. You may need to change your ISO
setting from 100 up to its maximum setting. (Consult your results from your ISO
project.)
Objectives: - understanding how to control the amount of light entering the
camera to obtain a good exposure. This can be affected by the ISO ,
Aperture Shutter speed in relation to each other and to some extent by which
metering mode has been chosen.
Notes:-
Evaluative Metering (Pattern) this is an all-around metering suited for portraits
and even backlit subjects, the camera sets the exposure automatically to suite the
scene it is this mode that is used in the basic zone modes.
Partial metering Effective when the background is much brighter than the subject
due to back lighting etc.
Spot metering this is for specific part of the subject or scene.
Centre weighted average metering. (C.W.A) this metering is weighted at the

centre and then averaged for the entre scene.
Title Title Title

IMG 4201 IMG 4202 IMG 4203
19:24 19:24 19:25
20/12/08 20/12/08 20/12/08

White Balance shade White Balance Shade White Balance Shade
Shutter Speed 3.2 sec Shutter Speed 3.2 sec Shutter Speed 3.2 sec
No. Pixels 12.1 No. Pixels 12.1 No. Pixels 12.1
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Partial Metering Mode Spot
Title Title Title

IMG 4207 IMG 4208 IMG 4209

20:06 20:06 20:07
20/12/08 20/12/08 20/12/08

White Balance Tungsten White Balance Tungsten White Balance Tungsten
Shutter Speed 3.2 sec Shutter Speed 3.2 sec Shutter Speed 3.2
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Partial Metering Mode Spot
Notes: Notes: Notes
Title Title Title

4219 4220 4222
15:41 15:42 15:43
22/12/08 22/12/08 22/12/08

White Balance Shade White Balance Shade White Balance shade
Shutter Speed 3.2 sec Shutter Speed 3.2 sec Shutter Speed 3.2 sec
Metering Mode spot Metering Mode partial Metering Mode Pattern
Notes: Notes: Notes
Project:- Shutter Priority / Metering Date 01/11/08 Unit Covered NCFE 1.2
By Stuart Williams
Title Title Title Title

IMG 4286 IMG 4284 IMG 4285 IMG 4283
Time Date Time Date Time Date Time Date
00:36 00.35 00.36 00.35
23/12/08 23/12/08 23/12/08 23/12/08
Mode TV Mode TV Mode TV Mode TV
ISO Setting 100 ISO Setting 100 ISO Setting 100 ISO Setting 100
White Balance Tungsten White Balance Tungsten White Balance Tungsten White Balance Tungsten
Aperture f/2.5 Aperture f/2.8 Aperture f/8 Aperture f/9
Shutter Speed 1/60 sec Shutter Speed 1/60 sec Shutter Speed 1/60 sec Shutter Speed 1/60
No. Pixels 12.1 No. Pixels 12.1 No. Pixels 12.1 No. Pixels 12.1
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Centre Metering Mode Partial Metering Mode Spot
Weighted
Average
Notes: Notes: Notes: Notes:

IMG 4249 IMG 4251 IMG 4252 IMG 4254
23:21 23:22 23:22 23:23
22/12/08 22/12/08 22/12/08 22/12/08

Aperture f/4.5 Aperture f/3.2 Aperture f/3.5 Aperture f/2
Shutter Speed 0.8 sec Shutter Speed 0.8sec Shutter Speed 0.8 sec Shutter Speed 0.8 sec
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Partial Metering Mode Centre Metering Mode Spot
Weighted
Average
Notes: Notes: Notes Notes
By Stuart Williams

IMG 0015 IMG 0018 IMG 0019 IMG 0020
17:43 17.45 17:46 17:46
23/12/08 23/12/08 23/12/08 23/12/08

Aperture f/14 Aperture f/9 Aperture f/8 Aperture f/6.3
Shutter Speed 0.6 sec Shutter Speed 0.6 sec Shutter Speed 0.6 sec Shutter Speed 0.6 sec
Metering Mode Centre Metering Mode Spot Metering Mode Partial Metering Mode Pattern
Weighted
Average

IMG 4326 IMG 4333 IMG 4335 IMG 4336
13:18 13:20 13:21 13:21
24/12/08 24/12/08 24/12/08 2412/08

White Balance Cloudy White Balance Cloudy White Balance Cloudy White Balance Cloudy
Aperture f/16 Aperture f/14 Aperture f/11 Aperture f/2
Shutter Speed 1.5 sec Shutter Speed 1/15 sec Shutter Speed 1/15 sec Shutter Speed 0.8 sec
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Partial Metering Mode Spot. Metering Mode C.W.A
By Stuart Williams

IMG 4547 IMG 4548 IMG 4549 IMG 4550
13:15 13:15 13.15 13:16
02/01/09 02/01/09 02/01/09 02/01/09
White Balance Sunny White Balance Sunny White Balance Sunny White Balance Sunny
Aperture f/5 Aperture f/9 Aperture f/6.3 Aperture f/4
Shutter Speed 1/250 sec Shutter Speed 1/250 sec Shutter Speed 1/250 sec Shutter Speed 1/250 sec
Metering Mode C.W.A Metering Mode Spot Metering Mode Partial Metering Mode Pattern

IMG 4551 IMG 4553 IMG 4554 IMG 4555
13:20 13:24 13:24 13:24
02/01/2009 02/01/09 02/01/09 02/01/09

By Stuart Williams

IMG 4341 IMG 4342 IMG 4343 IMG 4345
13:26 13:27 13.27 13:27
24/12/08 24/12/08 24/12/08 23/12/08
White Balance Cloudy White Balance Cloudy White Balance Cloudy White Balance Tungsten
Aperture f/7.1 Aperture f/11 Aperture f/10 Aperture f/10
Metering Mode Sport Metering Mode C.W.A Metering Mode Partial Metering Mode Pattern

IMG 4543 IMG 4544 IMG 4545 IMG 4546
13:13 13:14 13:14 13:14
02/01/2009 02/01/09 02/01/09 02/01/09

Aperture f/7.1 Aperture f/9 Aperture f/11 Aperture f/7.1
Learner's comments.
Please fill in as much detail, thinking about the following issues: -What did you
learn from this project?
I have understood how by changing the metering will adjust the amount of light let
into the camera. Although in some instances this has not made a vast amount of
difference.
shutter speed (without tripod or IS)
1/60 min to 1/250 for anything moving. For sports 1/250 to 1/1000
but slow shutter speed if you are taking pictures of flowing water ie waterfall or
fountain so the picture portrays movement.
Panning when taking a shot of a motorbike racer to blur the background, with a
fast enough shutter to ensure a sharp picture of the rider.
Was the project beneficial?

Yes I found it to be very useful indeed.
Do you need more time spent on this project?

Not a great deal no.
Tutor's comments: -
Notes & Research

Project:- Auto Focus Date 01/12/08
Project- auto focus (AF) and metering using manual mode.

Auto Focus - see additional notes also refer to your own camera manual.
Manual mode - under this mode you have total control over the shutter
and aperture independently of each other by using the EV or AV scale
you can determine how over or under exposed your photographs will be.
Objectives: -
To try and take a photograph of the moon under manual mode. Remember
the moon is reflecting the sun's rays and is very bright so you may not have to set
your shutter speed to it's slowest. Use spot metering.
Remember how important the right metering mode is therefore change this mode
rather than your ISO.
Learner's comments.

I have learned spot metering is important with a scene like this as there is only one
main light source on the subject, therefore there need only be one metering point to
illuminate the whole of the subject, as there were a few clouds around they could
have influenced the metering had it not been point specific
As the subject is such a long way from the camera a small aperture setting (Big f/
numbers) would be most suitable for a greater D.o.P.
A white balance setting of sunny day was in place as there was such a strong natural
light source available, this of cause would correlate to being able to use a robust ISO
setting of 100.
With the subject being so well lit a faster shutter speed would be appropriate.
I also found the remote on the camera to be invaluable as taking a picture of a
subject such a long way away the slightest vibration on the camera or tripod would
soften the image.
2. Was the project beneficial?

Yes I found it most beneficial as I was able to take advantage of, and appreciate
some equipment, tripod, remote and zoom lens as well as appreciating the technical
knowhow to achieve a picture in what I would have found to be usually difficult
circumstances .
3. Do you need more time spent on this project?

No thank you I think I understand.
Tutor's comments: -
Project:- Auto Focus Date 01/12/08
Health and Safety Note - AT NO TIME SHOULD YOU EVER POINT YOUR CAMERA AT THE SUN
AS THIS CAN DO PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE CAMERAS' SENSORS
AND IF YOU LOOK THROUGH THE VIEWFINDER WHILE POINTING THE CAMERA AT THE SUN
YOU WILL ALSO DAMAGE YOUR EYE SIGHT!
Title
Moon 11
Time Date
08/02/09 03:23
Mode Manual
ISO Setting 100
White Balance Sun light
Aperture f/36
No. Pixels 12.1 MP
Metering Mode Spot
Title
Moon 12
Time Date
08/02/09 03:11
Mode Manual
ISO Setting 100
White Balance Sun Light
Aperture f/5.6
No. Pixels 12.1 MP
Metering Mode Spot
Project:- Auto Focus Date 01/11/08 Unit Covered NCFE 1.2
By Stuart Williams
Project- take 4 photographs under different AF modes. At different times of the day.
Objectives:- what is Auto Focus?

Auto Focus is a mechanism using sensors used to record the photograph
inside camera or as a little opening on the front of the camera often between
the flash and the lens or viewfinder. The camera uses special sensors to help it to
focus automatically. Some types "sense" changes in contrast (the difference
between light and dark areas of the scene) while others use a beam of
infra-red light, particularly in low light, sometimes this sensor is housed in with
the flash hence in low light your flash may pop-up but not actually flash. Most SLR
cameras use a combination of both systems.
Please read further handouts.
Learner's comments.
Please fill in as much detail, thinking about the following issues:-
I have learnt that using the correct auto focus mode can be extremely beneficial
under the right circumstances.
2. Was the project beneficial? It was a good way of illustrating the advantages of
using the correct auto focus
3. Do you need more time spent on this project? Not at this time
Tutor's comments:-
Notes from canon manual

One shot AF Suitable for still subjects when you press the shutter button halfway
the camera will focus only once you can recompose the shot.
AI Focus AF Suitable when you cannot decide between one shot or AI Servo AF
depending on the subjects movement, the camera will switch automatically to one
shot or AI servo
AI Servo AF suitable for moving subjects while you hold down the shutter button
half way the focus and exposure setting will be adjusted continuously.
By Stuart Williams

IMG 4652 IMG 4653 IMG 4664 IMG 4698
15:19 15:19 15:22 15:33
05/01/09 05/01/09 05/01/09 05/01/09
Aperture f/5.6 Aperture f/10 Aperture f/8 Aperture f/4
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Pattern
Notes: Shot using AI Focus AF Notes: Shot using One Shot AF Notes: Shot while using AI Servo Notes: Shot while using One shot
AF AF

IMG car IMG 4595 IMG 4598 IMG 4601
12:30 12:49 12:50 12:50
04/01/2009 04/01/09 04/01/09 02/01/09

White Balance cloudy White Balance Cloudy White Balance Cloudy White Balance Cloudy
Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Pattern. Metering Mode pattern
Notes: Shot using AF Focus AF Notes: shot while using AI Servo Notes Shot using AI Focus AF Notes shot using Single shot AF
AF
By Stuart Williams

IMG 0002_2 IMG 0004_1 IMG 0006 IMG 0004_2
21:40 21:23 21:14 21:44
05/01/09 05/01/09 05/01/09 05/01/09

Aperture f/4.5 Aperture f/5 Aperture f/4.5 Aperture f/4
Shutter Speed 0.6 sec Shutter Speed 1sec Shutter Speed 1 sec Shutter Speed 1/15 sec
Metering Mode Spot Metering Mode Pattern Metering Mode Patten Metering Mode Spot
Notes: Shot with one shot AF Notes: Shot with one shot AF Notes: Shot with one shot AF Notes: Shot with one shot AF

IMG 4736 IMG 4739 IMG 4740 IMG 4741
21:53 21:55 21:56 21.56
06/01/2009 06/01/09 06/01/09 06/01/09

Aperture f/7.1 Aperture f/1.8 Aperture f/1.8 Aperture f/1.8
Shutter Speed 1sec Shutter Speed 1/400 sec Shutter Speed 1/400 sec Shutter Speed 1/400 sec
Metering Mode spot Metering Mode Spot Metering Mode Spot. Metering Mode spot
Notes: Shot while using AI Notes: shot while using AI Notes Shot using AI Focus AF Notes Shot with one shot AF
focus Servo AF
Project:- Using Manual Mode Date 28/01/09
Manual mode option is often the last option available on your cameras mode dial. In
this mode the camera will not assist you in any way to take a photograph. The camera
needs to be set up by the photographer.
N.B.
This mode does not affect the auto focus of your camera. To override your auto focus
function you will need to switch the switch from auto focus to manual focus which is
found on your lens or in the menu options accessed through the LCD screen on the
back of your camera.
Just because you are in manual mode does not mean that you are in manual focus.
Manual mode allows the photographer to be as creative as he or she wishes but if you
are looking for a correctly exposed photograph then the Exposure Compensation slide
(E.V. or A.V. on canon cameras) which will appear on your LCD screen will aid you in this.
Make sure that the maker is in the middle or -1/3rd (therefore slightly under exposed).
How do I achieve this?
By use of the shutter or aperture.
If you wish to use an aperture of f/16 then you would set the aperture to this and then
set an appropriate shutter speed that would cause the arrow on the camera's E.V. slide
to move towards the centre = a reading of 0 E.V. Your photograph should be
correctly exposed. This is purely a matter of choice though hence why this mode is
described as the most creative mode available to the photographer.
Notes & Research Link

Some further points to remember.
1. While you are learning to use Manual Mode set all other options you are used
to using to their auto setting. I.E. White Balance (WB), Flash etc.
2. Metering onto the right area of the subject or using the right metering option
can help achieve a correct exposure. Therefore if a particular light is of
interest then you will need to use Spot/Centre weighted metering but if an
overall light is of interest then you will need to use an overall metering
system.
3. Remember that your choice of ISO will affect your shutter speed but the
higher the ISO the more risk of grain or noise and therefore a poorer
picture quality.
4. You will need a tripod available to use if the shutter speed drops below
1/60th of a second. If you have disabled your flash.
5. The choice of lens (if you have more than one) will change the aperture
and shutter values.
6. Aperture and shutter readings achieved in other modes (P.S.A.) will be

different in manual mode but are useful guides if you are struggling to set
up your camera.
Class work task:- to make an action plan setting up your camera in Manual Mode.
Setting up the cameras to take a portrait scene that is back lighten.
• Choose between Manual focus and automatic focus if auto focus choose focal
point or points. Composition of the scene landscape or portrait
• Then choose picture style landscape portrait faithful standard neutral

monochrome etc.
• Then setup the Aperture or shutter speed dependent on requirements.
• Choose a suitable Whit balance.
• Set up the ISO according to requirements
• Setup the Shutter speed or the Aperture by taking an evaluation via the E.V
guide.
Title IMG 5981
Time Date 28/01/09 - 11:10

Mode Manual
ISO 400
White Balance Cloudy
Aperture f/1.8
No. Pixels 12.1 M.P
Metering mode Spot
Focal length 50mm
Notes:-
In this picture I have had to set the camera to spot metering due to a strong
back light on the subject (Pauline), as there was an uninteresting back ground I
have chosen to have a narrow D.o.P to enhance the subject. There was a heavy
shadow from the left of the picture so I have chosen an ISO setting of 400 to
lighten that a little in order to keep my E.V scale at zero I have chosen a shutter
speed of 1/100 sec. I have achieved what I set out to.
Project:- Flash Photography Date 04/03/09
Health & Safety issues.
1. Due to changes in design and voltage, an old or incompatible flash unit can
damage your digital camera. When you choose a flash unit for a digital
camera, make certain it is compatible with your camera.
2. Do not use your flash on people (infants, small children etc) at a close range.
When the flash fires you should be at least in (3ft) away from the faces of
your subject(s). Firing the flash too close to the subject's eyes could cause a
momentary loss of vision. In infants we have no idea of any long-term
damage firing the flash at close range can cause. Please remember that a
new born infant has little control of their pupil therefore an infant looking
most appealing will have their pupil wide open.
3. Do not cover the flash with a hand while firing. Do not cover the flash or
touch it after it has just been fired on continuous shoot. It may be hot and
cause minor burns.
What is Flash Photography?

Flash photography includes all photographs taken with the use of an additional light
source that may be "built in" to the camera unit -or as a separate flash unit. Or may
be external to the camera unit in the form of lights which will be controlled by the
camera via cables from the "hot shoe" or "infra-red" signal from a remote control
device or camera itself.
The built-in flash on a digital camera rarely provides enough light or enough versatility
for the dedicated digital photographer. For this reason, many digital photographers
choose to use a flash unit for their digital camera. Flash units come in many shapes
and sizes, and must precisely match the digital camera.
Flash should be used when the shutter speed is too low to avoid a blurred photograph
or there is a strong backlight, which is causing the subject to be in silhouette.
Using Flash more Creatively.

Most cameras automatically apply the flash when it gets dark or whenever more light
is needed. Whilst useful in many ways this ignores the potential of bringing a sparkle
to an otherwise flat looking photograph with dark shadows by filling those shadows
with subtle coloured shaded areas.
Digital cameras are extremely susceptible to red-eye. Choosing a flash unit with tilting
head can eliminate some of this. Simply aim the flash toward the ceiling and bounce
the light back toward your subject. Bouncing also eliminates strong shadows or lights in
your pictures.
Flash Modes.
Auto Flash. This often the cameras default flash mode and will fire automatically
when the meter senses that the ambient lighting is too low for hand held
photography. Like all things automatic on any camera this can be a bit insensitive
about how strong the flash is. Resulting in dark backgrounds and flat looking,
overexposed photographs. This is caused by the flash illumination dropping off
quickly beyond a certain distance and is called Flash Fall Off.
Title Andy Farley Presents

20
Time Date 08/02/09

Mode Aperture Priority
ISO 100
Whit Balance Flash
Aperture f/4
Shutter Speed 4 sec
No Pixels 12.1 M.P
Metering Pattern
Fill in Flash. (Sometimes referred to as forced flash) This flash mode is used to add
to the ambient light and is often a very delicate small flash. Good to use when
subject is set against a strong backlight. Other times to use this flash are in a snow
or brightly lit environment.
Title Andy Farley

presents 8117
Time Date 15/02/09

Mode Manual
ISO 400
Whit Balance Flash
Aperture f/5.6
Shutter Speed 1/50
No Pixels 12.1
Metering Spot
Slow Sync Hash. In this flash mode there is synchronization of the flash and
shutter at a slow speed to help capture ambient lighting in a flash photograph.
Party environments or social documentary photography examples of when slow sync
flash may be used.
Title Time Mode ISO White Aperture Shutter No. of Metering Focal
Date Balance Speed Pixels Length
Andy 15/02/9 Manual 400 Flash f/4 ½ sec 12.1 pattern 10mm
Farley
7547 00:09
Notes:- The Shutter set at a low speed has allowed me to capture the flame trail
effectively without blurring the dancer to much, however with the flash set to second
certain I have managed to capture the dancer twice. With such a large aperture my
intention was to blur out some of the back ground.
No flash. When photographing reflective, shinny surfaces or when very close to the
subject are times when flash is the last thing you want to include in your set up.
Title Time Mode ISO White Aperture Shutter No. of Metering Focal
Date Balance Speed Pixels Length
IMG2988 23/11/8 Shutter 1600 auto F5.6 ½ sec 12.1 pattern 10mm
Priority
Notes:- I have not used a flash in this image, it would have blown the laser beams out as well as
spoiling the light coming in from the right hand side, so I feel this is a good example as to a suitable
time not to be using a flash.
Studio set up
Kit used:-
Black curtain background
Strobe lamp & tripod
Modeling lamp & tripod
Stool without wheels
Extension cable
1 x White umbrella
1 x Reflective umbrella
How the Studio would work:-

1. The Molding lamp would be giving a constant light through the umbrella on to
the subject until the flash was triggered were by it would give a much more
intense light through the umbrella for the flash.
2. The reason for the constant light is really just to do two things (a) make a little
light in a dark studio so the AF focus can work amongst other obvious benefits
(B) to give the photographer an idea were the shadows would fall on the
subject.
3. The Strobe this lamp would only come on when the Flash was demanded, both
lamps are triggered by the camera or external flash on the camera. The strobe
light would be directed and fired into the reflective umbrella to defuse the light.
The light would then be redirected back towards the strobe and ultimately on to
the subject.
4. The Models stool had no wheels for both health and safety for the possibility that
it may have been possible to wheel it into the equipment as well was the fact
that the model would not move around so much.
5. The reflective umbrella would be diffusing the light and bouncing it back down
on the subject while the white umbrella (modeling lamp) would diffuse the light
when the light would be passing through the umbrella.
How the studio was set up:-

1. After mountain the head lights on to their tripods along with their umbrellas it
was time to position them The reflective umbrella on to the strobe, would be
facing the inside of the umbrella, so that the back of the strobe would be facing
the subject.
2. The Modeling lamp on the other hand would be set up in much the same way
but with the top of the white umbrella facing the subject.
3. The lamps were plugged in and cables were put out of harm’s way as much as
possible.
4. The lamps and tripods were placed either side of the stool at different levels
5. The black background curtain was hung behind the model.
6. The camera had to be set to fire in sync with the studio strobes. I did this by
menu maintenance 3 custom function (C.Fn) Exposure 2.

7. Setting the camera up in the main I chose the fastest shutter speed 200th of a
second and the aperture ranging from mid to the small numbers.
Summery
I found that there were a few ways of controlling the intensity if the light on the
subject apart from using the camera controls, one was to use the variable setting on
the back of the lamps another was to move the lamps away from the subject and the
third was to vary the light coming from my external flash or to set it at master so it
would only admit a very small flash that would not affect the subject at all.
I moved the lamps in to various positions around the model giving me varying effects,
such as different ways that the nose shadows were cast if at all, and lighting up the
hair line. Some set ups looked better than others but there didn’t seem to be a wrong
way Just as long as the flash was not to harsh.
Fill Flash
This was a very simple but effective way of greatly improving on a picture particularly
when light is coming from any direction other than directly behind you. As it will
eliminate any unwanted heavy shadowing
This was done by simply keeping my shutter speed and aperture at the same setting
and dropping down the intensity of the flash it took several attempts. Moving the
power of the flash down by one or two stops at a time just until the light from the
flash matches that of the lighting in the scene.
Title Fill Flash IMG35

Time Date 04/03/09 11:16
Mode Manual
ISO Setting 100
White Balance Sunny day
Aperture f/5.6
No. Pixels 12.1
Metering Mode spot
Slave Flash
This is quite simply an extra flash or flashes triggered by the on shoe flash strategically placed to give
the desired effect. Shooting in doors one can always use the wells and ceiling to bounce the flash.
Title Flash 084

Time Date 04/03/09 12:53
Mode Manual
ISO Setting 100
White Balance Flash
Aperture f/5.6
No. Pixels 12.1
Metering Mode Pattern
Off Shoes Flash
This is exactly as it sounds the flash unit is connected via a cable to the camera.
Giving greater versatility to the direction of the light source.
Smoke taken with the flash to the right of the camera so’s not to light up the
background as I needed the background as dark as possible so I could invert it and
add a tint.
Title smoke
Time Date 7/4/9
18:07
Mode manual
ISO Setting 100
White Balance auto
Aperture f/22
Shutter Speed 1/200
sec
No. Pixels
Metering Mode C.W.A
Project:- Chosen Subject (Faces:- Christine Kessler) Date 17/05/09
By Stuart Williams
Your Name Stuart Williams
Your chosen subject is? Faces

Please give a few reasons why you have chosen this subject.
I find portraiture a fascinating subject involving one of my hobbies, that of talking

pictures of clubbers on a night out. I love strong colors and using extremes of color
and light, coupled with flamboyant people makes for a very exiting time.
And what sort of settings do you think you will be using or what sort equipment do
you think you might need.
I think I will be able to most of the project in a club environment were possible, but
for all other sense I will make do with a make shift studio.
The equipment I shall be using is a canon 450D body and wide angle, zoom , and a
50mm lens as well as defuses, cables, canon software, and filters..
The inspirational photographer I have chosen is Christine Keller world renowned for
her portfolio of strong colours denoting a unique use of all the available colours and
light, she is also notarized for her work with black and white photographs but is
probably most noted for her work with fetish and besquel sense.
http://www.christinekessler.com/
By Stuart Williams
Photographs by Christine Keller

By Stuart Williams
Photographs by Stuart Williams

Project:- Depth of Field (DoF) Date 05/11/08
Depth of Field (DoF)

The Depth of Field (DoP) is quite simply how large the focused area in photo actually is.


Aperture: Notes:-
Big number = max depth of field and focus.
Small number = minimum depth of field and focus
Large aperture probably good for portraits
Small aperture probably good for landscapes
Project:- Saving to a memory stick Date 00/10/08
Saving to memory stick.

First of all connect your camera via a USB cable to the USB port and make sure it
is switched on camera and selected the PC option if applicable. Then select one or
more by holding the left click on the mouse down and dragging across to select
the required photograph.
Then go to "organize” at the top left of your window and select copy, copy selected
photographs"
Create a file in your memory stick by left clicking on your removable memory icon to
be found in my computer window then left clicking on your mouse were a drop down
menu will appear and select “new” were by a were yet another drop down menu will
appear and select “folder”.
Select the new folder by a right click on your mouse. And a drop down menu will
appear were by you will select paste.
Name the folder the same way by right hand click of mouse were a text box will
appear below the file.
Now safely remove your memory stick by left click mouse on the safely remove
hardware icon to be found at the bottom right of your screen.
Project:- When Opening your Photographs Date 00/10/08
When viewing your Photographs on Birmingham Adult Education’s

Computers please use the following instructions. If you own a Canon
Camera there are card readers available for you to down load your
photographs.
1. open up the start menu by clicking on the start button
2.Left click on my computer folder in the start menu.
3. Double left click Removal Disk (E),(G) or (H). E,G or H refers to the
respective USB Port if Importing from a memory stick or mass media
storage card (the one inside your camera) USB is the abbreviation for
Universal Serial Bus.
4. You have now opened up the folder containing all the information
about your pictures and camera.
5. Double left click on DCIM to open it.

6. Duble left click on the file with your camera’s make on it. And open all
your photographs viewed in the form of thumbnails but also as a contact
sheet.
6. To view photographs as a slid show double click on the “view as slide

show” option in the picture task menu on the left hand side of your
screen.
7. You can at any time left click on the photograph in the slide show or
on the selected photograph from the contact sheet.
To Open up photograph information.
1.You must first right click on the photograph and a drop down menu will
appear.
2.Left click on the properties option.
3.You will have brought up a new window and if you look to the top of
that window you will see an option reading details left hand click on that
option and you will be able to scroll down and see all the details of your
photograph.
Project:- How to access photo information Date 00/10/08
First right click on the desired photograph.
Then Left click on the properties.
The click on details on the properties box.

Project:-Day visit to Black Country Living Museum Date 03/12/08
Health and Safety.
Health and Safety Issues while in the Black Country living museum:- Remember
that you must always respect the needs of other museum visitors and not 1)
Block there access to and from any building, 2) Block any fire escapes, 3) Hinder
or block their view for any length of time such that it would cause them to seek
an unsafe advantage point, 4) tripods can be used in the Museum but cannot
block any access for other museum visitors. FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THIS LAST
PIONT CAN MEAN BEING ASKED TO LEAVE THE MUSEUM.
NO PHOTOGRAPHY OF ANY CHILDREN/TEENAGERS.
If a child should wander into shot then do not proceed with taking the photograph.
School groups will be visiting the museum should they enter a building that you are
already in stop what you are doing and leave the area returning when the party has
moved on. Please sign to acknowledge the rules about photography and children
have been covered.
Signture________________________ Print Name Stuart Williams
Project Brief:- To take 12 photographs in different parts of the Museum which will
demonstrate different use of camera controls and settings.
Points to remember.
1. You will need to change your ISO continuously. Why? For low light
conditions
2. A large aperture setting will let in more light. When and why would it
be useful to keep to a large aperture? For low light conditions & shallow
DoF.
3. Shutter will also allow you to record subtle interior lighting.
4. Manual may be used but remember this could take a while to set up
and there is always the issue of children being photographed and other
museum visitors.
5. You will need to change your metering settings continuously.
6. Please use Auto Focus.
7. Remember rule of thirds and good composition can be corrected on
computer at a later date.
Projects are to take shots in the following areas:-
1. Newcomen Engine House inside and out. (No.8 on map)

2. Racecourse Colliery. (No.10 on map)
3. Toll house (No.11 on map)
4. A moving tram or bus.
5. St James's School House. (No17 on map)
6. Inside back room of general store (No.21 on map)
7. Inside public house (No30 on map)
8. Pigs behind Cobbler's shop. (No. on map)
9. Nail making shop. (N0.33 on map)
10. Iron workings (No.35, 45, 46 On map)
You can also take photographs of areas of the museum of your own choice but
you will be assessed on the photographs taken in the areas listed above.
Mark Holloway Digital Photography Tutor.

Title Title Title

3057 3064 3085

26/11/8 26/11/08 26/11/08
11:11 11:19 12:06
Mode Shutter Mode Shutter Mode Shutter Priority

Priority Priority
White Balance Cloudy day White Balance Cloudy day White Balance Cloudy day
Shutter Speed 1/60 sec Shutter Speed 1/6 sec Shutter Speed ½ sec
No. Pixels 12.1 MP No. Pixels 12.1 MP No. Pixels 12.1MP
Metering Mode Spot Metering Mode Spot Metering Mode Spot
Notes: Newcomen Engine House Notes: Newcomen Engine House Notes: Racecourse Colliery
Title Title Title

3097 3104 3106
26/11/08 26/11/08 26/11/08
12:08 12:22 12:28
Priority Priority
Aperture f/5 Aperture f/5.6 Aperture f/11
Notes: Racecourse Colliery Notes: Racecourse Colliery Notes Toll house
Proving the depth of field
Title Title Title
3107 3112 3079

26/11/08 26/11/08 26/11/08
12.:30 12:34 11:41
Priority Priority
Shutter Speed 1/25 sec Shutter Speed 1/6 sec Shutter Speed 0.6 sec
Notes: Toll house Notes: Toll house Notes: A moving tram
Title Title Title

3179 3182 3131

26/11/8 26/11/08 26/11/08
14:31 14:38 13.42

Priority Priority
Shutter Speed 0.8 sec Shutter Speed 0.8 sec Shutter Speed 1 sec
Notes: St James's School House Notes: St James's School House Notes: Inside back room of general
store
Title Title Title

3146 3142 3136
26/11/08 26/11/08 26/11/08
13:54 13:49 13:46
Priority Priority
Shutter Speed 1/16 sec Shutter Speed 1/6 sec Shutter Speed 1 sec
Notes: Inside public house Notes: Inside public house Notes Inside public house
Title Title Title

3157 3172 3169

26/11/08 26/11/08 26/11/08
14.03 14:15 14:13
Priority Priority
Notes: Nail making shop Notes: Iron workings Notes: Iron workings
Title Title Title

3160 3186 IMG_3183-Edit-
Edit-Edittle
3085

26/11/8 26/11/08 26/11/08
14:07 14:50 12:06
Mode Shutter Mode Shutter Mode

Priority Priority
ISO Setting 100 ISO Setting 1600 ISO Setting
White Balance Cloudy day White Balance Cloudy day White Balance
Aperture f/3.5 Aperture f/6.3 Aperture
Shutter Speed 1/15 sec Shutter Speed 1/100 sec Shutter Speed
No. Pixels 12.1 MP No. Pixels 12.1 MP No. Pixels
Metering Mode Spot Metering Mode Spot Metering Mode
Notes: Iron workings Notes: Pigs Notes:
Metering set between inside of
the roof and the gable end.
Title
3146
Time Date
26/11/08
13:54
Mode Shutter
Priority
ISO Setting 400
White Balance Cloudy day
Aperture f/8
No. Pixels 12.1 MP
Metering Mode Spot
Notes
Appraisal of image 3146

On reflection the image is over exposed while spot metering is set on the near
corner of the table, and with an aperture of f/8 and a shutter speed of 1/6 of a
second, should not have been responsible of the over exposure, which would lead
me to think that I could of afforded to set the ISO at a lower level. And the fact that
Mark pointed this out to me.
Title
3104
Time Date
26/11/08
12:22
Mode Shutter
Priority
ISO Setting 100
Aperture f/5.6
No. Pixels 12.1 MP
Metering Mode Spot
Notes

I rather like this picture as it demonstrates spot metering on the oil well and AF
point selection on said well, while displaying a prime example of Depth of field.
While maintaining a natural colouring. Even thought ISO is set at 100.
Title
3064
Time Date
26/11/08
11:19
Mode Shutter
Priority
ISO Setting 800
White Cloudy day
Balance
Aperture f/3.5
Shutter 1/6 sec
Speed
No. Pixels 12.1 MP
Metering Spot
Mode
Notes
Appraisal of image
I am fond of this image as it shows some depth to the picture it seems to be a very
busy image while I could have stopped the flair through the windows by changing
the metering I think it gives a bit of ambience.
THE GOOD THE BAD AND THE PLAIN UGLY

Title Title Title
3064 3062 3060

26/11/8 26/11/08 26/11/08
11:19 11:17 11:16

Priority Priority
Shutter Speed 1/6 sec Shutter Speed 1/10 sec Shutter Speed 1/20
Title Title Title

3131 3130 3126
26/11/08 26/11/08 26/11/08
13:42 13:41 13:40
Priority Priority
Shutter Speed 1 sec Shutter Speed 1 sec Shutter Speed 13 sec
Notes: Notes: Notes
Title Title Title

3126 3160 3159

26/11/08 26/11/08 26/11/08
14.08 14:07 14:07
Priority Priority
Title
3179
Time Date
26/11/08
11:19
Mode Shutter
Priority
ISO Setting 800
Aperture f/3.5
No. Pixels 12.1 MP
Metering Mode Spot
Notes

This I consider to be a bad picture as the sky is overexposed, I have lost a good
opportunity to bring out the sharpness, colour and richness of the bricks although the
ISO was set appropriately for me to sharpen up the brick work had it been necessary,
could have afforded to speed up the shutter speed maybe up to 1/25th of a second or
slightly higher. Although the sky was less than interesting it would have been a simple
job to repair with a new one with the assistance of Photo Shop. However the desired
effect of drama and depth of field was not achieved due to bad positioning. And I can’t
help but feels a bad choice of subject matter.
Project:- Day visit to Lichfield Cathedral Date 11/02/09
Task to take Pictures of the Cathedral
IMG 2 IMG 8
11/2/9 11/2/9
10:47 13:01
Manual Manual
100 100
Flash Flash
f/5.6 f/4
1.6 sec 1/200 sec
12.1 12.1
spot pattern
IMG 5 IMG 6
11/2/9 11/2/9
12:15 12:27
Manual Manual
100 100
Flash Flash
f/5.6 f/5.6
½ sec 1/10 sec
12.1 12.1
spot Spot
IMG 10 IMG 12
11/2/9 11/2/9
13:07 14:22
Manual Manual
100 100
Flash Flash
f/5.6 f/5.6
1/60 sec 1/100 sec
12.1 12.1
Pattern Spot
Project:- Day visit to Lichfield Cathedral Date 11/02/09
IMG 1 IMG 7
11/02/09 11/02/09
14:34 12:35
Manual Manual
100 100
Flash Flash
f/4 f/5.6
1/100 1sec
sec
12.1 12.1
spot spot
Edit 4 Edit 3 IMG 4

11/02/09 11/02/09 edited
12:02 12:01
Manual Manual
100 100
Flash Flash
f/5.6 f/5.6
8 sec 1sec
12.1 12.1
spot spot
IMG 15 IMG 14
11/02/09 11/02/09
14:54 14:34
Manual Manual
100 100
Flash Flash
f/5.6 f/4
1/100 1/100
sec sec
12.1 12.1
spot spot
Project:- Photo Shop (Pop Art) Date 17/05/09
Unit Covered NCFE 2 By Stuart Williams
POP ART
1. Start Image.
2 I tried adjusting the image by just

switching to black and white but I found it to
be a little flat so I used Conte Crayon, as it
seemed to be the most effective filter to give
me more texture to imitate a screen print.
Then playing with the relief, foreground &
back ground sliders to darken the shadows
and brighten the highlights. To obtain as
much contrast as I could.
3. I had a problem with her fringe as it was

partly blown out when I adjusted the levels
so I decided to air brush it out all together, I
did this by sampling forehead colour and
using the brush tool, this will make it easier
to mask & will be closer to the Warhol image
of Monroe.
4. I was still unhappy with the contrast. I

needed to add more, so in order to gain that
little bit extra I have lightened the highlights,
in doing so I have lost some portrait features
like the left eye brow and lips. So I have
used the burn tool set on shadow to highlight
said features. This I felt was still not quite
enough.
5. Still to make the contrast even more

prominent I have create a levels layer, and
adjusting both the shadow input slide to
darken it a bit more, and the mid tone slider
to brighten up the dull grey. This however
still needed to be improved. As I have lost
some detail with lighting it up.
6. In order to reclaiming some lost detail; I have used

the brush tool on the adjustment layer, set on black
the paint tool was adjusted to its full opacity, then I
painted over the hair, lips & eyes browse. This did
work, and added that little bit more contrast and
brought out some of the lost detail on the image.
7. Created a new layer calling it hair then using the

polygonal lasso tool to a rough & ready stencil as
Warhol would have probably used scissors or a Stanley
knife with the feather set on zero for a sharp edge.
Then sampling the colour form Warhol’s Monroe, then
edit>fill>foreground, layer mode multiply. I did try
and use the layer just set to normal, and drop the
opacity to about 70% but using the multiply mode
made was far more effective.
8. Using the same process as above with the

exception of having to use the subtract section tool to
cut out both the eyes and lips.
9. Again using the same presses as above but

changing the opacity both for the colour of the eyes
and eye lashes. I felt the blue of her eye lashes was to
strong so I turned the opacity down to 70%, the eyes
were missing something so I decided to try a little
green in them, but still leaving the sparkle in black and
white, this I felt was a great improvement.
10. I tried to creating the background layer by using

the magnetic lasso tool, but this didn’t work very well
as I kept on losing great big chunks of her hair and
face, so in the end I just opted for the lasso tool and
carefully went around all the edges by hand. Yet
again, I sampled the colour from the original, then
refined edges the edges using the refine edge tool.
11. I had a problem, there were still bits that I hadn’t
cut out correctly so to over come this I selected the
background layer, and using the eraser tool I carefully
cleaned those edges that I was unhappy with.
12. Crop image tightly to mimic Warhol’s Monroe.

Then Flatten image layer>flatten image.
13. Using the eraser tool on the skin layer to highlight

the pearls then giving the image a nice thick border
Edit>Stroke>centre>40% black. But some thing still
didn’t look quite right as it was all to fresh and precise.
And even having used Conte Crayon the image just
felt a little flat.
14. To overcome this problem tried several filters but I

felt the best one for the job was to use the noise filter
set to around 7% this did give the image the desired
effect both of a screen print and it also seemed to age
the image as well.
Finished image save>save as>Jpeg

Project:- The use of External Flash in the Field Date 30/05/09
Some advantages of an external flashgun are:-

1. You get a more powerful flash which will give you greater control over the
quality and strength of the light by using a diffuser directing the light or
simply by turning the strength down.
2. It’s possible to take the flash off the camera to create a directional light
source, by using a cable, master/ slave or remote control.
3. When it’s mounted on the camera hot shoe you get less red eye as it stands a
little higher than the on board flash thus changing the direction slightly so that
flash is not quite as hard.
4. You can aim the flash in different directions whereas a pop up flash will just
give you one flash straight ahead.
5. I can set the flash to give you multi blasts on the same exposure giving you a
strobe effect on moving objects.
6. You can use colour gels to match the environment.
7. You can take continuous pictures with the flash firing on each of them.
8. The flash can be set to wide when using wide angle lenses by pulling out the
wide angle filter from the top of the flash.
Due to the time element I generally use my flash in E-TTL mode (Evaluative-
Through The Lens). This is a Canon EOS flash exposure system that uses a brief
pre-flash before the main flash in order to obtain a more correct exposure, whilst
simultaneously infa red beams will calculate the distance from the subject and
adjust the strength accordingly. However for moody shots I will venture into manual
mode. Using this “M” mode I can achieve full control over the power of the flash.
Second Curtain or Rear Sync

This is a great way of improving your pictures. It basically changes the time in
which the flash fires, flashing at the end of the exposure rather than the beginning.
This can help to illustrate movement as well as lighten up the background of the
subject. This is because the camera exposes the natural background light (the
ambient light) in the room first and then at the very last second, it fires the flash to
freeze the subject. It is however important to keep the camera steady as the
shutter stays open for longer, but this can create some great effects if so desired.
Drag the Shutter

Another way is to expose more of the background without using second curtain is to
“drag the shutter”. This is where you slow down the camera shutter speed so it
allows in the existing light and then your flash fires to light up your subject. This is
done by taking a meter reading with you camera set in program mode and then
switching it into manual mode and slowing down the speed. For example reading
1/60 then slow it down by a few stops to 1/15 maybe. The nice thing is that your
Project:- The use of External Flash in the Field Date 30/05/09
subject won’t blur as when the flash fires it will freeze the subject. This is because
the flash is fired at the last moment just before the shutter closes.
Using the Flash off the Camera Shoe

Sometimes you can get some great effects by getting the flash off the camera and
creating directional light. Simply by lighting up the subject from one or both sides
(with a remote flash) I can create great contrasts with shadows. For example, by
holding it above one’s head and pointing the flash down at the subject to imitate
the direction of sun light. This is done by simply connecting the flash to the camera
via a cable or a master slave flash.
Playing with the Strobe Mode

This is done by setting the flash to multi and it will capture multiple images of a
moving subject on the same exposure. However, sometimes it can take a little
playing around with dependent on the subject and the speed its moving. I have
found the most effective way of getting a great result is to have a dark plain
background and a surface that doesn’t absorb too much of the light preferably a
reflective surface, as well as a really slow shutter speed. For example if you want
the flash to fire 10 times over 5 second you would set the shutter speed at 2
seconds (number of flashes ÷ firing frequency = shutter speed). If the subject is
static then some great results can be achieved by moving the camera while taking
the shot.
Bouncing the Light

Although I usually always use a diffuser I have found this to be a wonderful way of
soften the light in a room with a low ceiling. When I have directed the flash at a 45
degree angle pointing at a white ceiling, this will spread the light right out making it
a lot softer and wider. As the light is coming from above its no longer harsh and
having a one dimensional feeling creates lots of interesting gentle shadows on their
face. To add a little more detail to the subject, by pulling out the bounce card from
the top of my flash I can usually get a little sparkle in their eyes as well as remove
some of the shadow underneath them. By bouncing the light I never seem to get
shadows on the walls behind the subject either. However, this method has back
fired on me when the ceiling has been to high or an off white colour, as the light
takes too long to hit the subject or my subject has appeared yellowish when the
ceiling has been yellowish.
Fill in Flash
This I have found to be most useful when taking portraits outside. It’s taken me
much time to set up but it has been worth while. For the best results I have taken
the flash off of the camera to give a little directional light. Then rather than
adjusting my aperture I have adjusted the strength of the flash, lowering it one stop
at a time until the flash blends in the daylight.

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September 17, 2008 Index

All headings, sub headings and Pictures are hyperlinked,

Completing your NCFE qualification 20

“Life looks better through a lens ;-)”

NCFE Levels 1 and 2 Certificate in Digital Photography

Appeals Procedure – Birmingham Adult Education Service

Internal Moderator Janet Epps 477 Stratford Road,

Program Co-ordinator Brenda Woulfe Ladywood Arts & leisure

External Moderater Dave Hudspeth NCFE

QCA 222 Euston Road, Londen NW1 2BZ

Health and Safety

Please refer to the centre evacuation procedures.

• Use blinds on windows to stop glare on screen

• Make sure desk is correct height

Bad posture cause strain and eye injury

Your Health & Safety

Protect your eyesight

Use cables and wires Safely

YOU ARE IRREPLACEABLE!

Protect your body

The best way to avoid this is:-

• Choose suitable furniture so that you can sit properly.

information on using the product with a battery.

Handling the Camera

• Keep young children and infants away from the camera.

fire, explosion, battery leakage, overheating or other damage.

• Never attempt to modify the battery compartment on the camera, never

• Handling and storage precautions

• In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain.

interference to radio communications.

NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Photography

1.11 Appropriate health & safety As element 1.5

NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Photography

Unit 2 Explore and develop image production skills

NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Photography

Unit 3 Produce & evaluate a range of photographic

NCFE Level 1 Certificate

Candidate Name: Stuart Williams

Centre Name: Stone Hall

Candidate: …………………………………………………………………Date: ..............

Assessor: ………………………………………………………………….Date: ..............

External Moderator*: .............................................. Date: ...........................

NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Photography

Section 2: Completing your NCFE Qualification 3

Section 3: Tracking your progress 6

The qualification comprises the following three] mandatory units:

• Unit 01 Use of Camera Controls

The NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Photography aims to:

• enable candidates to develop basic photography skills

Opportunities for Further Education and Training

Links to skills for life

Section 2: Completing your NCFE qualification

The Internal and External M oderator

Additional Support Requirements

NCFE recognises that you might require additional support in order to

Appeals, Enquiries about R esults and Com plaints

NCFE will act upon reports of suspected or actual cases of malpractice or

If your centre suspects you have been involved in malpractice or misconduct

NCFE aims to ensure that equality of opportunity is promoted and that

Tracking your progress

Section 3: Tracking your progress

Unit 01 Use of Camera Controls

Project: Navigation of camera - to negotiate yourself around your

Please remember that Digital Cameras are in themselves mini