Introduction to Digital Photography WAITLIST
Description:
Learn the art, craft, and history of photography for hobby, home, or as a possible profession. Students will discuss observation, perspective, and choosing their subjects. They will learn about the exposure triangle and elements of photographic composition, including lighting and exposure. The class will review different genres of photography such as portraiture, nature, sports, black and white, etc., and discuss finding their own "voice" in their photographs. Each week, class time will be split between hands-on practice and review of photographic examples, including works by noteworthy photographers. The instructor will also teach photo-editing with a free web-based software
For this class, students will be required to prepare two projects: a presentation on a photographer of their choice and a special photography project of their choice. On the last day, there will be an art show for the parents.
Prerequisites: None
Workload: Students should expect to spend 1-2 hours per week outside of class.
Assignments: In addition to the two projects described, students will have weekly homework taking photographs and occasional quizzes.
Assessments: Students will receive ongoing, informal assessments and feedback on their photographs.
Lab/Supply Fee: A class fee of $15.00 is due payable to the instructor on the first day of class.
What to Bring: Students are encouraged to bring digital SLR cameras, but any digital camera that is better than a phone camera will be adequate.
Credit: Homeschool families may wish to count this course as a component (partial) credit in Fine Arts for purposes of a high school transcript.