Tuesday, 8 April 2008
Thursday, 3 April 2008
Times Newspaper
Today (03/04/2008) I have just spoken to Nicole from the Times newspaper. The phone call was to finalise my trip to London and confirm arrangements. Rather than the original plan which was to vist news international at 11am on Monday morning (7th April), I was advised to call a gentleman by the name of Scott at 5pm on sunday evening. The reason for the phone call was to arrange to meet Scott and other photographers at a location in London and I will be assigned my first brief. In preparation for my experience with the Times, I will be purchasing the newspaper so I can look at examples of images that the times may be expecting from me.
Sunday, 30 March 2008
What Lies Beneath - By Patrick Sawer
The article below by Patrick Sawer, titled ‘What Lies Beneath’ was taken form the Sunday Telegraph, dated Sunday 30th March 2008. Most artists claim to delve beneath the surface of their subjects. But few have got to the core of our being in quite the way that Nick Veasey has managed.
Using sophisticated X-ray cameras, the photographer has created ghostly images that transform the appearance of people and the world around them. He finds beauty skin deep – producing pictures that range from a dramatic image of skeletal passengers on a bus to the delicate textures of a flower.
Veasey’s studio in maidenhead, Berkshire, is unlike any other artist’s garret. Inside a lead-lined room, he places flowers, insects and objects to be photographed. Larger compositions require industrial X-ray machines. One of his most arresting pictures – of a bus – was taken using a device normally employed by American border police to scan vehicles. But the passenger images are, in fact, of only one man’s body. He X-rayed a single corpse – lent by an undertaker – before scanning the image into his computer and creating multiple images in a variety of poses. He then positioned these inside the image of the bus.
Since their discovery in 1895 by the German physicist Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen, X-rays have revolutionised medicine. Rontgen discovered that waves produced by sending a electric charge through a radioactive source could penetrate objects and reproduce the outline of the denser material hidden below the surface onto film. Veasey uses the same principle to capture the hidden outline of bone, metal or plastic.
Delicate subjects such as flowers and insects require a more sensitive machine, capable of revealing the translucent quality of wings and petals, and the tiny structures within them. The film is turned into a digital file, which Veasey manipulates to create his final picture. Each image can cost tens of thousands of pounds to produce. Veasey, 47, a London born former advertising photographer who hit on the idea of using X-rays while photographing props for a television show, says his work serves to question our obsession with celebrity, image and beauty. “I like to challenge the automatic way in which we react to external physical appearance by highlighting the often surprising inner beauty of things,” he said. His use of the X-ray equipment deployed at airports, official buildings and even schools as a means of tackling crime and terrorism is a reminder that for 21st century man, personal privacy is fast disappearing, In art, as in life, there is no longer any hidden place.
Using sophisticated X-ray cameras, the photographer has created ghostly images that transform the appearance of people and the world around them. He finds beauty skin deep – producing pictures that range from a dramatic image of skeletal passengers on a bus to the delicate textures of a flower.
Veasey’s studio in maidenhead, Berkshire, is unlike any other artist’s garret. Inside a lead-lined room, he places flowers, insects and objects to be photographed. Larger compositions require industrial X-ray machines. One of his most arresting pictures – of a bus – was taken using a device normally employed by American border police to scan vehicles. But the passenger images are, in fact, of only one man’s body. He X-rayed a single corpse – lent by an undertaker – before scanning the image into his computer and creating multiple images in a variety of poses. He then positioned these inside the image of the bus.
Since their discovery in 1895 by the German physicist Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen, X-rays have revolutionised medicine. Rontgen discovered that waves produced by sending a electric charge through a radioactive source could penetrate objects and reproduce the outline of the denser material hidden below the surface onto film. Veasey uses the same principle to capture the hidden outline of bone, metal or plastic.
Delicate subjects such as flowers and insects require a more sensitive machine, capable of revealing the translucent quality of wings and petals, and the tiny structures within them. The film is turned into a digital file, which Veasey manipulates to create his final picture. Each image can cost tens of thousands of pounds to produce. Veasey, 47, a London born former advertising photographer who hit on the idea of using X-rays while photographing props for a television show, says his work serves to question our obsession with celebrity, image and beauty. “I like to challenge the automatic way in which we react to external physical appearance by highlighting the often surprising inner beauty of things,” he said. His use of the X-ray equipment deployed at airports, official buildings and even schools as a means of tackling crime and terrorism is a reminder that for 21st century man, personal privacy is fast disappearing, In art, as in life, there is no longer any hidden place.
Saturday, 29 March 2008
Thursday, 13 March 2008
Bradford Bulls Vs Warrington Wolves - 16th March 2008
On arrival both Phil and I were directed to the media lounge where a buffet was put on and team sheets were handed out. Seen here is the actual team sheet of who was playing on the day.
On the day of the rugby game I was handed the ticket that allowed me to photograph in the press area. With the press pass, this gave me the great oportunity of being able to photograph as the side of the pitch. As a whole my expereince as a photojournalist for the day was an incredible and fun experience.
LONDON DAY TRIP WEDS 23rd APRIL
LONDON DAY TRIP WEDS 23rd APRIL
The trip is to support your final major project in visiting photographic exhibitions at the Hayward Gallery, Photographers Gallery and permanent collections at the Tate Modern, to consider aspects of exhibiting such as context and display. A full itinery for the day will be sent onto you after Easter. Below are some links for you to look at, and exhibitions that we will be visiting.
Alexander Rodchenko (1891-1956) an important Russian photographer is showing at the Hayward. To find out more visit: www.haywardgallery.org.uk/
There is a display of contemporary Columbian Photographers at the Photographers Gallery. To find out more visit: www.photonet.org.uk/
And there are the permanent and temporary collections of art at Tate Modern: www.tate.org.uk/
The trip is to support your final major project in visiting photographic exhibitions at the Hayward Gallery, Photographers Gallery and permanent collections at the Tate Modern, to consider aspects of exhibiting such as context and display. A full itinery for the day will be sent onto you after Easter. Below are some links for you to look at, and exhibitions that we will be visiting.
Alexander Rodchenko (1891-1956) an important Russian photographer is showing at the Hayward. To find out more visit: www.haywardgallery.org.uk/
There is a display of contemporary Columbian Photographers at the Photographers Gallery. To find out more visit: www.photonet.org.uk/
And there are the permanent and temporary collections of art at Tate Modern: www.tate.org.uk/
Tuesday, 4 March 2008
Thursday, 28 February 2008
Photojournalism
From: philauty_photography@hotmail.co.uk
To: stuart.duffy@bradfordbulls.co.uk
Subject: RE: sport photography authorisation
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:29:58 +0000
Thanks for your prompt response. It’s much appreciated. The 16th of March at 3pm will be great for both of us.
Regards
Phil and Adam
From: stuart.duffy@bradfordbulls.co.uk
To: philauty_photography@hotmail.co.uk
Subject: RE: sport photography authorisation
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:21:17 +0000
Hi Phil
That would be OK. Our next game is against Warrington Wolves on Sunday 16th March at 3.00pm. If you wish to come let me know and I will arrange things at this end
Regards
Stuart Duffy
Media, PR & Football Manager
Bradford Bulls RLFC
Grattan Stadium
Odsal
Bradford
BD6 1BS
-----Original Message-----
From: Philip Auty [mailto:philauty_photography@hotmail.co.uk]
Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2008 2:14 PM
To: info@bradfordbulls.co.uk
Subject: sport photography authorisation
Dear Katie Baxter
We are currently studying a Foundation Degree in Photography at Leeds
College of Art and Design and we are writing to request permission to photograph inside the Grattan Stadium at one of your next home games. Being a college student and gaining experience is a challenge and with your permission, documenting sporting activities would be a great opportunity to add a new dimension to our portfolio. I appreciate your acknowledgement and we hope to hear from you soon.
Kind Regards
Mr Philip Auty & Mr Adam Denson
To: stuart.duffy@bradfordbulls.co.uk
Subject: RE: sport photography authorisation
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:29:58 +0000
Thanks for your prompt response. It’s much appreciated. The 16th of March at 3pm will be great for both of us.
Regards
Phil and Adam
From: stuart.duffy@bradfordbulls.co.uk
To: philauty_photography@hotmail.co.uk
Subject: RE: sport photography authorisation
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:21:17 +0000
Hi Phil
That would be OK. Our next game is against Warrington Wolves on Sunday 16th March at 3.00pm. If you wish to come let me know and I will arrange things at this end
Regards
Stuart Duffy
Media, PR & Football Manager
Bradford Bulls RLFC
Grattan Stadium
Odsal
Bradford
BD6 1BS
-----Original Message-----
From: Philip Auty [mailto:philauty_photography@hotmail.co.uk]
Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2008 2:14 PM
To: info@bradfordbulls.co.uk
Subject: sport photography authorisation
Dear Katie Baxter
We are currently studying a Foundation Degree in Photography at Leeds
College of Art and Design and we are writing to request permission to photograph inside the Grattan Stadium at one of your next home games. Being a college student and gaining experience is a challenge and with your permission, documenting sporting activities would be a great opportunity to add a new dimension to our portfolio. I appreciate your acknowledgement and we hope to hear from you soon.
Kind Regards
Mr Philip Auty & Mr Adam Denson
Sunday, 24 February 2008
Tuesday, 12 February 2008
Work Experience
Learn to work
At school, work experience is an obligatory part of the National Curriculum. At college, many courses include placements. Course tutors will often expect prospective students to gain some work experience before starting their courses and might include this in their criteria for shortlisting applicants for interview.
People looking to change career can use work experience to test out alternatives to their current employment.
Types of work experience
• Internships: An intern will often work in an actual job or a specific project lasting several months. Internships are usually postgraduate and paid.
• Sandwich courses: These are commonly four-year degrees in which the student spends the whole of the third year working in a paid job related to their studies.
• Job shadowing: This involves overlooking someone as they go about their work. Most often this will just be a day or two in which you would accompany the individual who would explain what they were doing and may give you the chance to have a go at some of the activities.
• Work placements: These are the most common form of work experience. They are sometimes paid and could be anything from a few days to several weeks, though they are mostly unpaid and last two to three weeks. You will usually have a specific role to undertake under supervision.
How do I get work experience?
Many broadcasters, newspapers, magazines and online media offer work experience. Use the internet to search for companies and check out their websites to see if they advertise placements. If you cannot find any information on their site, then call them and ask if they have a scheme, what the requirements are and how you go about applying. If you are at school or college, your career service or tutor may have suggestions.
The BBC offers a wide range of work placements. In journalism, work experience is available in radio, television and interactive, both in network programming and in regional and local newsrooms. The minimum age for BBC work experience is 14 years, though most require you to be over 18. Placements are unpaid and last for a maximum of four weeks.
A good way to find out about work experience is through media organisations (like Skillset, the NUJ or the British Film Institute). Go along to seminars and talks - they are always a good opportunity to network and speak to people who might be able to suggest companies and contacts.
Another good route in is to use specialist knowledge - especially if you are a career-changer. Whilst you are lacking in the experience that you hope a placement will give you, capitalise on the expertise you already have. For example, if you work in finance and are thinking about going into journalism, try targeting a financial magazine.
Making your application stand out
Demand for work experience is high. At the BBC, we receive 25,000 applications each year. Remember that perseverance is one of the top skills required in journalism. So be determined. Plan ahead – approach companies three-to-four months before you would like to be on the placement.
It is crucial that you give your application the time it deserves. Some companies will require an application form to be completed. If you are making a speculative approach, you will need a CV with a covering letter. Think about all the reasons why you want a placement. Tell them:
• what your ambitions are;
• why you want to work in their industry and for their company;
• what you hope to gain from the placement;
• what you can offer them.
Detail your skills, interests and experience. Be enthusiastic. Demonstrate your knowledge of their programme, paper or magazine. Make it clear that you have done lots of research. Tailor your CV, letter or form - do not just copy and paste the same one for every placement. The more applications you make, the more likely it is that you will successfully gain a place.
Making the most of your placement
Once you are offered work experience, make the most of it. Be clear about all the details – the location, dates and times, who is responsible for you, what to wear, whether or not you are paid (and if you are, what paperwork you need to take with you, such as a P45) and whether expenses are available. You may need to sign a contract (usually covering confidentiality, intellectual property and copyright). Employers should have suitable insurance, but do ask. Take responsibility for your own health and safety and follow instructions from the person supervising you.
Set goals for your placement. Ask if you can have a mentor - someone who will help you, give you feedback and share his or her knowledge. Your supervisor will probably fill this role. Go through your goals with your supervisor or mentor.
Maintain a log or a diary. Use this to record what you do, what skills you use and what you learn. If you are at college, maintaining a log will usually be a course requirement, but it is useful to do this anyway and it will help you build your CV.
Contribute your ideas. What you get out of your experience depends on what you put in. Remember, they are giving you an opportunity, their time and resources – so respect it. Do not act bored. Every job has its mundane tasks. If you do not understand something, ask. If you are not enjoying your placement or you are experiencing any sort of problem, then speak with your supervisor or mentor.
Ask lots of questions and for advice. Ask people how they got into the industry and what work experience they did. Journalism requires building and developing contacts, so start now.
If you are at school or college, then ask advice on making the most of your placement. They have probably placed other students with the same company before.
Alternative work experience
As we have said, work experience is usually unpaid. It is also a time commitment and might require travelling or staying somewhere away from where you normally live. Consider what you can afford. If you are already working and looking to change career, it might be very hard for you to spend a couple of weeks away from work on a placement.
Do not despair - there are plenty of ways to gain experience. If you work in a company and want to experience a different role or department, then ask if it is possible to 'shadow' someone by spending a day or two with them to get a feel for what they do.
You can gain valuable experience in hospital or student radio and television. The Hospital Broadcasting Association can help you find your nearest service, or contact your local college and see if they run a station. Community radio programmes often need people to help in the evenings or weekend. Get involved in school, college, charity or voluntary organisation magazines and websites. Sports commentary is a good way to gain experience; with so many local games, radio stations are often pleased to hear from people with knowledge of a local team.
Do not underestimate the long-term value and experience any of these will give you. If you cannot find anything, then maybe you could develop your own website. Most local colleges offer courses in basic website design to get you started.
After your placement
It is best to ask for feedback throughout your placement. At the end, ask your supervisor or mentor to read your diary and add comments. What have you learnt? What skills have you used? What weaknesses have you identified? This is a learning experience, so realising what you need to go and learn about is crucial. If you are published or broadcast, keep a copy of your work. Always keep printed copies of web work in case it is not archived.
And once you have left - stay in touch. That is the best way to find out about future opportunities, as well as building your crucial contacts’ book. It could always lead to further work experience - or even a job.
http://www.journalism.co.uk/7/articles/51460.php
At school, work experience is an obligatory part of the National Curriculum. At college, many courses include placements. Course tutors will often expect prospective students to gain some work experience before starting their courses and might include this in their criteria for shortlisting applicants for interview.
People looking to change career can use work experience to test out alternatives to their current employment.
Types of work experience
• Internships: An intern will often work in an actual job or a specific project lasting several months. Internships are usually postgraduate and paid.
• Sandwich courses: These are commonly four-year degrees in which the student spends the whole of the third year working in a paid job related to their studies.
• Job shadowing: This involves overlooking someone as they go about their work. Most often this will just be a day or two in which you would accompany the individual who would explain what they were doing and may give you the chance to have a go at some of the activities.
• Work placements: These are the most common form of work experience. They are sometimes paid and could be anything from a few days to several weeks, though they are mostly unpaid and last two to three weeks. You will usually have a specific role to undertake under supervision.
How do I get work experience?
Many broadcasters, newspapers, magazines and online media offer work experience. Use the internet to search for companies and check out their websites to see if they advertise placements. If you cannot find any information on their site, then call them and ask if they have a scheme, what the requirements are and how you go about applying. If you are at school or college, your career service or tutor may have suggestions.
The BBC offers a wide range of work placements. In journalism, work experience is available in radio, television and interactive, both in network programming and in regional and local newsrooms. The minimum age for BBC work experience is 14 years, though most require you to be over 18. Placements are unpaid and last for a maximum of four weeks.
A good way to find out about work experience is through media organisations (like Skillset, the NUJ or the British Film Institute). Go along to seminars and talks - they are always a good opportunity to network and speak to people who might be able to suggest companies and contacts.
Another good route in is to use specialist knowledge - especially if you are a career-changer. Whilst you are lacking in the experience that you hope a placement will give you, capitalise on the expertise you already have. For example, if you work in finance and are thinking about going into journalism, try targeting a financial magazine.
Making your application stand out
Demand for work experience is high. At the BBC, we receive 25,000 applications each year. Remember that perseverance is one of the top skills required in journalism. So be determined. Plan ahead – approach companies three-to-four months before you would like to be on the placement.
It is crucial that you give your application the time it deserves. Some companies will require an application form to be completed. If you are making a speculative approach, you will need a CV with a covering letter. Think about all the reasons why you want a placement. Tell them:
• what your ambitions are;
• why you want to work in their industry and for their company;
• what you hope to gain from the placement;
• what you can offer them.
Detail your skills, interests and experience. Be enthusiastic. Demonstrate your knowledge of their programme, paper or magazine. Make it clear that you have done lots of research. Tailor your CV, letter or form - do not just copy and paste the same one for every placement. The more applications you make, the more likely it is that you will successfully gain a place.
Making the most of your placement
Once you are offered work experience, make the most of it. Be clear about all the details – the location, dates and times, who is responsible for you, what to wear, whether or not you are paid (and if you are, what paperwork you need to take with you, such as a P45) and whether expenses are available. You may need to sign a contract (usually covering confidentiality, intellectual property and copyright). Employers should have suitable insurance, but do ask. Take responsibility for your own health and safety and follow instructions from the person supervising you.
Set goals for your placement. Ask if you can have a mentor - someone who will help you, give you feedback and share his or her knowledge. Your supervisor will probably fill this role. Go through your goals with your supervisor or mentor.
Maintain a log or a diary. Use this to record what you do, what skills you use and what you learn. If you are at college, maintaining a log will usually be a course requirement, but it is useful to do this anyway and it will help you build your CV.
Contribute your ideas. What you get out of your experience depends on what you put in. Remember, they are giving you an opportunity, their time and resources – so respect it. Do not act bored. Every job has its mundane tasks. If you do not understand something, ask. If you are not enjoying your placement or you are experiencing any sort of problem, then speak with your supervisor or mentor.
Ask lots of questions and for advice. Ask people how they got into the industry and what work experience they did. Journalism requires building and developing contacts, so start now.
If you are at school or college, then ask advice on making the most of your placement. They have probably placed other students with the same company before.
Alternative work experience
As we have said, work experience is usually unpaid. It is also a time commitment and might require travelling or staying somewhere away from where you normally live. Consider what you can afford. If you are already working and looking to change career, it might be very hard for you to spend a couple of weeks away from work on a placement.
Do not despair - there are plenty of ways to gain experience. If you work in a company and want to experience a different role or department, then ask if it is possible to 'shadow' someone by spending a day or two with them to get a feel for what they do.
You can gain valuable experience in hospital or student radio and television. The Hospital Broadcasting Association can help you find your nearest service, or contact your local college and see if they run a station. Community radio programmes often need people to help in the evenings or weekend. Get involved in school, college, charity or voluntary organisation magazines and websites. Sports commentary is a good way to gain experience; with so many local games, radio stations are often pleased to hear from people with knowledge of a local team.
Do not underestimate the long-term value and experience any of these will give you. If you cannot find anything, then maybe you could develop your own website. Most local colleges offer courses in basic website design to get you started.
After your placement
It is best to ask for feedback throughout your placement. At the end, ask your supervisor or mentor to read your diary and add comments. What have you learnt? What skills have you used? What weaknesses have you identified? This is a learning experience, so realising what you need to go and learn about is crucial. If you are published or broadcast, keep a copy of your work. Always keep printed copies of web work in case it is not archived.
And once you have left - stay in touch. That is the best way to find out about future opportunities, as well as building your crucial contacts’ book. It could always lead to further work experience - or even a job.
http://www.journalism.co.uk/7/articles/51460.php
Saturday, 19 January 2008
Thursday, 17 January 2008
Response From Source
hi,
thanks for your submission I will look through all submissions by 8th Feb and will email again then after I make a selection of those to meet with.
best,
John
--
John Duncan
Editor
Source Magazine
PO Box 352 Belfast BT1 2WB
www.source.ie
phone 028 90 329691
thanks for your submission I will look through all submissions by 8th Feb and will email again then after I make a selection of those to meet with.
best,
John
--
John Duncan
Editor
Source Magazine
PO Box 352 Belfast BT1 2WB
www.source.ie
phone 028 90 329691
Tuesday, 15 January 2008
Source Journal
The six images are from a series I produced based on locations linked to scenes of crime; murder and attacks in and around West Yorkshire. After much consideration I decided to focus my attention on crimes committed in the mid seventies and early eighties by Peter Sutcliffe. At the time of producing the images, it was important that the project remained factual and as a photographer I decided to approach the subject with caution. Throughout the project I was always considering how I wanted my images to be seen and I wanted to avoid any upset to the victims families. It has been questioned why I decided to document such a morbid subject and in response I felt the project was about documenting the locations and not Peter Sutcliffe. The images help inform the viewer what the victim must have gone through when facing the Yorkshire Ripper and understand also a sense of loneliness, helplessness and vulnerability .The idea of incorporating the text was to emphasise these feelings.
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