The photography department allows competent and highly motivated students to develop and express their skills and talent in a pre-graduate institution. Photography is studied as a visual and conceptual medium and a
means for self expression. The broad variety of courses
provides students with knowledge of most of the fields
of photography and the ability to obtain a cultural and
artistic grasp, while experiencing parallel fields of study
such as video art, documentary and digital imaging.
Studies in the department comprise of three years and
combine obligatory and optional courses. Each student
is required to choose a major field of expertise in the
last year. Among the choices: personal photography,
documentary/photojournalism, studio photography,
digital imaging and video. Technical and visual skills will
be taught to help students deal with various directions
of photography.
The department aims to nurture artists and professionals
in the fields of digital media, while emphasizing inter-
disciplinary creation and teaching a wide variety of
programs from all sorts of media. Great care will be given
to develop creativity, and a professional, conceptual
thinking. The department accompanies the students and
brings them to express their ability to cope with projects
from all fields and develop creative and conceptual
flexibility.
The department focuses on the seam between music and
technology, through making music ad well as exploring
sound and it’s structure, in electronic and electro-
acoustic senses, and relying on various musical traditions
and cultures. The program provides constant practice
of this artistic-scientific field, and directs the student
towards observation on the structure and creation of
music, while developing models, creative techniques
and various methods of production.
Studies in this department are meant for who wish to
develop as artists and professionals alike, to broaden
their musical knowledge and to deepen their practical
skills in fields of innovation and tradition. Background
experience is not required, although some musical experience of any kind is an advantage – artistically or
technically. A basic understanding of music and affiliation
to the subject are also necessary.
You are listening to music by Musrara students and recent graduates:
The field of animation is a broad medium that developed through a variety of frame by frame techniques. It is used in many genres, such as comedy, children, parody and even horror. It offers a clear and communicative format to create a rich world of imagination. The department of animation treats traditional methods with the modern
computer abilities up to date. The programme allows
and encourages students of all backgrounds to meet and
create artistically.
Photography as a therapeutic tool is a new and unique
field in the world of art therapy. It is directed at
professionals who wish to continue their post-graduate
studies in a creative research environment. The program
is suitable for B.A or B.Ed graduates. It is supported and
recognised by the E.G.S University in Switzerland.
Continuation studies
The continuation studies program in photography and
video: The continuation studies program is a special
project aimed to encourage and shape personal creation.
It is a year’s course in which a first solo exhibition is
constructed, with guidance and support from school in
the students’ personal work.
The course will nurture a group of selected graduates
and will provide a supportive framework where they can
continue forming their ideas.
The program is molded in the form of the Musrara School
of photography, with an understanding of its relation to
society and belief in the necessity of a close link between
art and its immediate surroundings (place, culture,
society, news).
The Naggar school is a creative institute that allows students to achieve skills artistically, creatively and professionally in the fields of photography, digital media, video and new music, with an emphasis on inter-disciplinary work. The school was founded in 1986 and is one of the most active art schools in Israel. The school staff consists of leading Israeli artists and professionals. The teachers support the students in each step of the creation process with a straightforward and personal dialogue. The school is situated in a unique environment where a warm social atmosphere and intensive work make a perfect climate for artistic and personal growth, supported by a direct relationship between teachers and students. As an important Israeli institute for art studies, the schools strives constantly to obtain new approaches in the fields of art and teaching, while practicing artistic activities as a means for personal expression and social involvement. The school offers alternative forms of study and allows each student to develop and master their skills and thought to their full personal potential. While studying, the students are required to work on tasks and various exercises and after their final year, each student is required to complete a personal final project – presented as an independent exhibition. Many school graduates find their way into the artistic, professional and commercial market and gain recognition, achievements and awards. For example: the first and second prizes for experimental filmmaking in the Jerusalem International Film Festival 2004, Honorary scholarships from the Sharet Fund, participation in the HP digital photography contest, studies in Arte Dell Citta in Italy. Many of the graduates present works in galleries in Israel and abroad and make the centre of creative and social activity in Israel.
