1st September – 9th September, 2022
Introduction to Broadcast Media
In the first week of August, which is also the first week of Semester 3, the topic ‘ Basics of a Camera’ was started, from Unit 4, Visual Grammar. The presentation for this topic was taken up by Ishita Bhalla. Discussions in the class included comprehensive explanations, along with relevant, informative pictures. It covered the basic components of the camera and user controls.
Followed by this, Types of shots, like extreme long shots, long shots, mid shots, close shots and other shots like reverse, fast motion, etc.; Camera movements were discussed, with examples. This, too, was an elaborate discussion.
The next topic was ‘What is a Visual’ and ‘Visual Culture for Media Studies’, the presentation for the same was taken up by Nishita, explaining the Visual Culture Perspectives in a very interesting way.
Additionally, a written assignment on ‘Basics of visual’ was given, in 800 words. Pointers were provided, which were advised to include in the assignment.
The other two assignments given by Dr Vartika Nanda were the relevance of shots and the politics of the image. Moreover, students were encouraged to look for relevant practical examples, to enhance their comprehensive abilities and critical analytical skills. Students were also asked to refer to textbooks available in the college library.
Aastha Monga
Batch of 2024
B.A. (Hons.) Journalism
Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi
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