Visual media is gaining more and more importance in the journalism field. Students at the Olivet College of Journalism of Olivet University have been putting classroom knowledge into practice. Every week, students participate in various projects ranging from ministry collaborated work or the schools school paper department. In connection with their advanced photography class assignments, they were asked to produce three pieces of photographic work.
Besides learning about the techniques of using professional grade
cameras and other photographic equipment, the advanced course aims to
nurture students' artistic sense in terms of visual presentation. During
the class, students have learned about common photographic styles such
as diagonal or curving leading lines, shapes & form, patterns &
texture, repetition or rhyme, etc.
Furthermore, by examining the current news photographs from leading
newspapers and magazines, photographic works of award-winning
photojournalists and artists, students have gained useful insights of
how to produce excellent photographs. An excellent photograph does not
only efficiently communicate with the reader a specific and powerful
message, but it should also include strong artistic elements.
Looking forward, Olivet College of Journalism will be launching
more courses that focus on news production on visual media platforms,
which can equip them with the tools necessary for performing effectively
in the field.
source from Olivet University
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