AO3 - Recording ideas

HOMEWORK TASK - WINTER BREAK

Over the winter break, take at least 20 photographs of ideas linking to 'Growth, Decay, Transformation'. You will be using these ideas as we continue the project in term 2.

Some ideas : - 

Architecture - old/new buildings, buildings that are in disrepair, construction

Decay of fruit, vegetables, plants, flowers - you may want to purposely leave fruit/veg etc to decay and document the process by taking photos of it everyday.

Pin page

The changes of the time of day/weather/light - you may want to document a similar scene, but at different times of the day and in different light, ie, morning sunrise, midday, sunset to night. Look at Monet's haystacks for ideas https://www.claude-monet.com/haystacks.jsp

Family memories/mementoes/ephemera - what could you photograph that shows the growth/journey/transformation of you and your family? Your journey from your own country to the UAE? Old photos that you may have of your old home, old belongings, musical instruments that show your learning growth? Old family photos of relatives etc. 

Look for 'Growth, Decay, Transformation GCSE' in pinterest and google for ideas

What is recording?
Recording is the process of documenting your ideas and must include annotation (written notes) and drawing. Essentially, recording is about providing a clear visual and written story of learning from the beginning of the project until the end. Therefore, all of your preparatory studies (sketchbooks, drawings, prints, paintings, 3D models, photographs, etc.) need to be well presented in a way that clearly explains your process.

What is the difference between primary and secondary source recording?
Primary sources are created from first-hand experience or generated through direct observation. Secondary sources are created by other people and often refer to sources found online, in magazines, etc. In general, you should try to record first-hand as much as possible which might mean taking your own photos or working from life/direct observation. This is not always relevant so should be a guide.

Last updated on 13/12/2024

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Gemma Barlow