3 ECTS; 1º Ano, 1º Semestre, 30,0 TP + 2,0 OT , Cód. 938084.
Lecturer
- Duarte Pinto Coelho Amaral Netto (1)(2)
- Tiago Alexandre Figueiredo Cacheiro (2)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Objectives
In the context of the general objective already described, we propose as specific objectives:
- Lead students to understand the importance of visual examination of art objects and the role of photography as a documental record, which prevails beyond this visual examination;
- Give understanding of photography applied to museum and conservation work, and as a documental technique of extension and amplification of visual perception, capable of demonstrating, proving, witnessing and replacing the represented reality;
Program
1. Photography as a complex process, endowed with areas of interest:
- The object;
- The light;
- Image formation;
- Image registration;
2. The factors that determine the final result in the photographic process:
- The point of view;
- The framing;
- The focal length of the lens;
3. The camera and its mechanisms:
- Shutter;
- Diaphragm;
- Displays;
- Sensors;
- Lenses;
4. Effects with shutter and diaphragm:
- Freezing the movement;
- Control of sharpness in depth of field;
5. The photometer and exposure value:
- Existing light;
- Sensor sensitivity;
- Exposure time;
- Lens opening;
6. Lighting Techniques for:
- Three-dimensional expression objects;
- Surfaces;
7. Photography as a form of documentary record:
- Issues, methods and procedures.
8. The Visual Examination of the object and the photographic record:
- Techniques and procedures;
9. Photography applied to museum and conservation work, and as a documentary technique for extending and amplifying visual perception, capable of demonstrating, proving, witnessing and replacing the reality represented:
- Methods;
- Techniques;
- Procedures;
Evaluation Methodology
Bibliography
- AAVV, A. (1992). Problemi di Restauro, Riflessioni e Richerche. (Vol. 1). (pp. 1-150). Florença: Edifir
- Blaker, A. (1989). Handbook for Scientific Photography. London: Focal Press
- Thomas, B. (1980). Light - Its Interation with Art and Antiquities. New York: Plenum Press
Teaching Method
Development of theoretical and practical classes, of experimental projects, supported by theoretical exposition, research and independent study by students.
Software used in class
Not applicable.
