Photography Analysis Framework & Glossary (Photo Literacy)

Resource 1: Photography Analysis Framework for A-Level Students:

This comprehensive framework is designed to help A-Level Photography students critically analyse their work. It provides clear, structured sections that guide students in evaluating their photographs, including subject matter, composition, use of light and color, technical choices, and links to their personal investigations. Additionally, it helps students reflect on emotional impact, meaning, and their development as photographers. This resource includes sentence starters for easy integration into written analysis, making it ideal for supporting coursework or exam preparation.

Key Features:

• Step-by-step guide for analysing photography at GCSE and A Level
• Easy-to-use sentence starters to help students articulate their thoughts
• Covers both technical and creative aspects of photo evaluation
• Encourages reflection on personal development and project progression
• Suitable for A-Level and higher-level photography students

Resource 2: Photography Glossary for A-Level Students:

This concise photography glossary is an essential reference for any A-Level Photography student. It provides clear definitions of key terms related to composition, exposure, technical settings, and artistic techniques. Perfect for use in written analysis, it helps students gain a deeper understanding of important concepts like aperture, ISO, cropping, abstraction, and post-processing. The glossary is a practical tool to improve both technical knowledge and analytical writing.

Key Features:

• Definitions of 15+ key photography terms
• Focus on technical and artistic vocabulary relevant to A-Level courses
• Supports analytical writing and project development
• Helps students improve both technical skills and conceptual understanding
• Ideal for classroom use or individual study

These resources can help students excel in their photography projects by providing both a clear analytical framework and essential terminology knowledge.