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Taking great photographs These images are for guide purposes only and should not be used or modified without permission.
Classrooms
Close-up of students in foreground to give movement and life Choose subjects who are smiling, happy and photograph well Choose bright areas to maximise natural light Books in background provide context and depth to photo People in foreground, often set to left of photo Create visual interest by having different levels in the photo e.g. students standing, sitting Make sure students are wearing correct safety gear and using equipment correctly Try taking photo from different perspectives e.g. looking down on activity Make sure a teacher is included in situations where supervision is required.
Original photo Focus on End product
Use different
perspectives
Choose bright
areas with
neutral
lighting
Create visual
interest
Teacher and
students
interacting
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Taking great photographs These images are for guide purposes only and should not be used or modified without permission.
Computers
Position computers close together in a corner e.g. don’t try to demonstrate school facilities Construct a lively and animated photo e.g. show students and teachers interacting Consider different angles such as shooting low and along the desk Fill in blank spaces e.g. hang posters on the wall Position students and teachers in various positions e.g. seated and standing.
Original photo Focus on End product
Teachers and
students
interacting
Choose a mix
of students
Place
computers
close
together
Consider
different
angles
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Original photo Focus on End product
Have subjects
who are
smiling and
happy
Cropping can
help focus
the viewer's
attention
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Taking great photographs These images are for guide purposes only and should not be used or modified without permission.
Teacher and student interaction
Ensure teachers are well presented and that students are wearing full school uniform Set up shot illustrating learning through one-on-one instruction from teacher to student Avoid using school halls and large gymnasiums e.g. go outside if possible and shoot in natural light Pose student in animated movement in natural interaction with teacher Always choose subjects who convey warmth, interest and enjoyment in what they are doing.
Original photo Focus on End product
Choose
subjects who
convey
warmth
Subjects
should be
well-groomed
and tidy
Use natural
light if
possible
Avoid halls
and gyms
Subjects
should be
well-groomed
and tidy
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Original photo Focus on End product
Choose
subjects who
convey
warmth
Show one-on-
one
interaction
Cropping can
help focus
the viewer's
attention
Cropping can
help focus
the viewer's
attention
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Original photo Focus on End product
Show one-on-
one
interaction
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Taking great photographs These images are for guide purposes only and should not be used or modified without permission.
Posed shots
Choose a mix of boys and girls to avoid gender stereotyping Demonstrate cultural and age diversity of school population Students should be in full uniform e.g. neat, tidy and well-groomed Vary height levels in photo e.g. seated and standing Choose attractive background Avoid placing subjects against bricks or houses in distance.
Original photo Focus on End product
Subjects
should be
well-groomed
and tidy
Choose
attractive
backgrounds
Demonstrate
cultural and
age diversity
Choose a mix
of students
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Practical subjects
Usually set up at teacher’s desk e.g. use blackboard to provide context for lesson and interest Aim for animated and involved group of students and teacher e.g. all focusing on task Make sure students operating equipment follow correct procedures and wear the right gear.
Original photo Focus on End product
Teachers and
students
wearing
protective
gear
Cropping can
help focus
the viewer's
attention
Have
subjects who
are smiling
and happy
Teachers and
students
following
correct
procedure
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Original photo Focus on End product
Choose a mix
of students
Teachers and
students
following
correct
procedure
Have subjects
who are
smiling and
happy
Cropping can
help focus
the viewer's
attention
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Original photo Focus on End product
Have
subjects who
are smiling
and happy
Choose
interesting
lesson set-
ups
Choose a mix
of students
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Sport and action shots
Use long lens and fill the frame and go in close If possible set up the shot and rehearse action Try for lots of movement with students moving in different directions Be careful of background e.g. avoid showing neighbouring houses, rubbish bins or graffiti Shoot tight and close-up to capture dramatic action Where appropriate include teacher actively participating In sports such as netball always include the ball in shot Try taking photo from unusual angle e.g. above the net looking down.
Original photo Focus on End product
Try different
angles
Where
possible
include
teacher in
activity
Fill the frame
and shoot
close-up
Set-up shots
and rehearse
if possible
Be careful of
background
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Portraits | Students
Take close-up photo so that the head and shoulders fill the frame Use a long lens Try taking with the sun behind for softer light on face and rim lighting on hair and shoulders Take photo straight on with subject looking directly at camera Background should be interesting but not distracting.
Original photo Focus on End product
Subject
facing
camera
making eye
contact
Cropping
helps focus
attention
Use good
lighting
Well-groomed
students
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Original photo Focus on End product
Use good
lighting
Subject
facing
camera
making eye
contact
Cropping
helps focus
attention
Well-groomed
students
Interesting
background
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Original photo Focus on End product
Cropping
helps focus
attention
Use good
lighting
Happy,
smiling faces
Subject
facing
camera
making eye
contact
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Original photo Focus on End product
Well-groomed
students
Cropping
helps focus
attention
Subject
facing
camera
making eye
contact
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You Taking great photographs These images are for guide purposes only and should not be used or modified without permission.
Portraits | Staff and advocates
Take close-up photo so that the head and shoulders fill the frame Use a long lens Try taking with the sun behind for softer light on face and rim lighting on hair and shoulders Take photo straight on with subject looking directly at camera Background should be interesting but not distracting Try cropping your images to focus on the important details.
Original photo Focus on End product
Well-groomed
in
professional
attire
Subject
facing
camera, eye
contact
Interesting
background
Happy,
smiling faces
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Original photo Focus on End product
Cropping can
help focus
the viewer's
attention
Use good
lighting
Happy,
smiling faces
Subject
facing
camera, eye
contact