In the master's thesis, we focused on highlighting artistic techniques that are often overlooked
in the teaching process of visual arts. We paid particular attention to light painting, which
encourages thinking outside the conventional framework and expands the possibilities for
authenticity. This also means that light painting does not always require a camera, as it falls
under experimental photographic processes. These processes share common characteristics:
they allow learners to utilize long exposures, follow light sources, and thoughtfully construct
the entire composition. This approach enables students to reflect on composition, movement,
and time as elements of artistic expression. Experimental or alternative photographic techniques
allow students to directly place objects onto a surface and expose them to the spectrum of
sunlight. Some of these techniques involve exposure to UV light, resulting in silhouettes of
selected objects. Such techniques encourage a reflection on the negative space and the imprint
of light. Photography as artistic practice is often overlooked in education, yet its inclusion
contributes to a deeper understanding of the composition and the contrast between light and
dark. It should be regarded as equally important as other artistic disciplines, such as painting,
sculpture, printmaking, architecture, and design, which traditionally take precedence in the
school curricula. Exploring this topic will contribute to a better understanding of the potential
for integrating technology and non-traditional materials into art education. This, in turn, allows
to develop the guidelines for art educators on how to best utilize such integration in teaching.
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