The brief:

Option 2: If it’s not possible to conduct a work placement, write a 2,000-word analytical text that discusses a particular role, either one of those discussed in Part Three or another role related to the photographic industry. This task should be informed by primary research (i.e. direct contact with practitioners) as well as other resources.

The aim of this assignment is to:

• Gain an in-depth knowledge of a particular complementary role and/or the roles and responsibilities of a particular type of photographer.
• Understand how the role fits into the broader economy and/or arts community.
• Understand the duties and responsibilities of a particular role, including any conflicts of interest there may be with other professionals.
• Continue to build your professional network. (Boothroyd, S. and Alexander, J; 60, 2020)

Reference: Boothroyd, S. and Alexander, J. (2020) Sustaining Your Practice Course Manual. Barnsley, UK: Open College of the Arts.

REFLECTIONS AGAINST LEARNING OUTCOMES

LO1 demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the professional context(s) relevant to your practice and have an understanding of the professional dimensions that underpin a successful photographic practice.

To support the final resolution of my work in the form of a photo book I chose to write my essay on the photobook publishing industry.  

I collated the responses to the survey for my primary to increase my knowledge of the publishing industry, see my post:https://nkssite6.photo.blog/category/sustaining-your-practice/assignments/assignment-3-syp/syp-primary-research-responses/

My knowledge of the photobook publishing industry is demonstrated in my essay, What are the benefits and challenges of self-publishing or having your photobook published, submitted and sent to my Tutor.

LO3 operate in complex commercial contexts requiring the application of specific interpersonal, professional and business skills within an ethical framework.

To inform my essay I researched the publishing industry initially by reaching out to professionals at a book fair: https://nkssite6.photo.blog/category/sustaining-your-practice/syp-research/ffoton-gallery-cardiff-book-art-fair-13-7-24/

I reached out to both publishers and published photo book photographers in the form of a survey to gain primary research for my essay: https://nkssite6.photo.blog/category/sustaining-your-practice/assignments/assignment-3-syp/a3-syp-primary-research-survey-questions/

I interviewed a published photobook photographer, see my blog post: https://nkssite6.photo.blog/category/sustaining-your-practice/assignments/assignment-3-syp/a3-syp-interview-for-primary-research/