Introduction to Visual Anthropology
A course by Franklin Lopes , Visual Anthropologist
Joined September 2021
Learn to use field work and images to interpret behaviors, understand others, and get a better sense of the world
Learn to use field work and images to interpret behaviors, understand others, and get a better sense of the world
Joined September 2021
¨Visual anthropology analyzes what the way of dressing or decorating the house communicates who a person is or what a culture is like.¨, says visual anthropologist Franklin Lopes. For him, this discipline not only helps companies understand consumption patterns, but also takes a new look at already known subjects, awakening our creativity and giving new meaning to what we see. Franklin has already carried out research using visual anthropology methods for clients such as Itaú Cultural, Natura, Unilever and UNICEF.
In this online course, Franklin will teach the basic concepts and tools of visual anthropology, such as fieldwork, observation, photography, video, text, and audio. These are ways of interpreting and representing codes and symbols that govern everyday life. Explore the images as documents and discover a different way of understanding and being in the world!
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 7 downloads
- 96% positive reviews (112)
- 6,012 students
- 15 lessons (3h 10m)
- 7 additional resources (1 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Portuguese
- Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
You will carry out a visual anthropology research, from the definition of the theme to the final report.
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Who is this online course for?
To anyone who wants to learn another way of understanding the world around them.
Requirements and materials
No prior knowledge is required. You will only need a notepad, an audio recorder and a camera, which can be your cell phone.
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A course by Franklin Lopes
The Brazilian visual anthropologist Franklin Lopes holds a degree in business administration from Fundação Getúlio Vargas and a master's degree in visual anthropology from Goldsmiths, in the United Kingdom. He specializes in multisensory research methods and studies the behavior of different social groups from the material universe.
His investigations help from companies to understand consumption patterns to professionals to leverage their creativity. He has worked with clients such as Itaú Cultural, Natura, Unilever, Coty, UNICEF, Reserva, among others. Additionally, Franklin is a founding partner and director of research at Zodíaco Cultural Strategy.
Content
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U1
Systematizing a Way of Looking
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About Me
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Influences, References, and Inspirations
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U2
Basic Concepts of Visual Anthropology
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What is visual anthropology?
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Visual anthropology as a sensory experience
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Material Culture
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The Role of the Image
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U3
How to Do Visual Anthropology?
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The Choice of Theme
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Research Planning 1
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Research Planning 2
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Field Work 1
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Field Work 2
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Analysis of Results
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Development of a Report
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U4
How to Be a Distinguished Researcher?
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How to Choose the Ideal Camera?
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How to Strike up a Conversation with Strangers?
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to Visual Anthropology
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dininnimaria
PlusSorprendentemente interessante , mi è piaciuto tanto. :)
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rodolfo.gil
Excelente curso e bem estruturado.
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wessnibargerf11
PlusWas disappointed because when started the 1st video, the guy was speaking Portugese. I can't figure out how to change it, and no one in the community seems to know either.
yarssan
gostei!
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giorgivakhtangashvili97
It is rare to see anthropological curses on the internet, especially the ones with such deep analyses and clear storytelling. It is highly recommended!