Photography 11 - *Approved BAA Course

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1 Photography 11 - *Approved BAA Course *More admin detail on BAA requirements at end of this document Course Synopsis: This course has been developed to introduce students to digital photography. Students learn to use a DSLR camera to create digital images. In the first three chapters they learn both how to use their cameras and the fundamentals of photography; foundational art principles are introduced in chapter 4 to help bridge both traditional and digital art, and the course is finished off with an in depth look at portraiture and how to conduct an actual photo shoot. Rationale: A large goal of the course is to help students understand how to develop as artists by becoming familiar with observational and skill enhancing studies. As part of the artistic development process the students will participate in self and peer critiques; this will help improve observational skills and identify areas of improvement and excellence. This course focuses on hands on learning with project- based lessons that are fun for the students but maintain a level of difficulty to challenge the student. Instructional Components: direct instruction step by step instruction visual instruction self- critiques peer- critiques teacher- critiques artists interviews forum discussion hands on practice photo projects Slide shows

2 Assessment Components: Category Details Weighting Note taking Detailed notes taken of 15% each lesson and each practice Forum participation peer critiques and 10% encouragements Self- Evaluated Projects Images that are 20% evaluated by the student Teacher Evaluated Images that are 35% Projects Evaluated by both student and teacher Final Projects 3 final projects each 20% with three images TOTAL 100% Learning Resources: Interviews from artist working in the industry Online photography inspiration for different styles Online lesson reinforcements Camera Manuals Work from professional artists Activation Criteria: There are 14 assignments and 5 Chapter note packages, making a total of 19 hand- ins for the course. I require at least two hand ins from chapter 1 in order to activate, which no matter how they do that for chapter 1 (either submitting both assignments OR one assignment and the chapter notes) they will have completed at least 10.5% of the learning outcomes.

3 Course Outline Chapter Descriptions: Chapter 1: Getting to Know your Camera Time: 15 hours In this chapter students will become familiar with the differences between different types of cameras. Students will learn what each button/setting on their DSLR camera does and where it can be found. Students will then learn basic techniques to begin focusing and taking pictures. Curriculum Organizer Introduction to the SLR Camera Know the definition of DSLR and how it works Know how a Point and Shoot works Become familiar with the pros and cons of using either a Point and Shoot or a DSLR Curriculum Organizer recognize and locate functions of DSLR be able to take a lens on and off (safely) understand what a filter is, why it is used and how to put one on their lens recognize and label the main components of a lens become familiar with and label on a diagram of their camera: a lens hood, auto/manual focus switch, flash button, fill flash, lamp, grip, shutter release button, command dial, mode dial, on/off switch, hot shoe, AF point selection button, AE/ FE lock, display, av +/- button, playback button, zoom in and out buttons, diopter adjustment dial, trash button, Self timer/continuous and single shooting, auto focus, white balance, printer button, metering button, set key, choose your picture style, viewfinder, and terminals become familiar with the descriptions for the mode dial be able to navigate through the menu on their camera be able to take battery in and out of the camera be able to remove the memory card and return it follow assignment hand- in requirements provide a self- critique both positive and constructive Curriculum Organizer Menus and Settings

4 become familiar with the menu options and be able to manipulate them and change them according to what is suggested be able to set up their cameras adjusting settings such as: ISO, Mode, Metering, Auto Focus, drive mode Curriculum Organizer Focal points locate the focal points in the viewfinder manipulate focal points using the AF Point Selection Button in order to isolate (lock) just one focal point at a time take a picture using the center focal lock practice using the shutter release button follow assignment hand- in requirements provide a self- critique of a photo, practicing positive and constructive feedback Chapter 2: Exposure Time: 15 hours In this chapter students will learn the basics of exposure, covering Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO, and Exposure Compensation. Students will practice with their cameras the concepts learned in the lessons. Curriculum Organizer Shutter Speed, Tripods and Bracing be able to define shutter speed change their mode dial to shutter specific mode use the command dial to manipulate the shutter in shutter specific mode locate their shutter speed in the view finder understand shutter speed notation hear the difference between a slow shutter speed and a fast one on their own cameras be able to use an appropriate method of bracing oneself for a slower shutter speed understand what a tripod is and its best uses gain an understanding of what shutter speed they need for a given situation practice using different shutter speeds in different lighting and for differing subjects provide a self- critique of a photo, practicing positive and constructive feedback Curriculum Organizer Aperture, f- stop numbers, and Bokeh

5 be able to define and describe aperture understand how aperture works understand the inverse relationship between large apertures and small F- stop numbers as well as small apertures and large F- stop numbers locate the F- stop number in the viewfinder. understand how aperture affects the depth of field define Bokeh learn to manipulate the aperture in the aperture specific mode recognize and experiment with the relationship between shutter speed and aperture and how one affects the other understand the difference between a prime lens and a zoom lens understand through examples and personal experimentation what an appropriate aperture for a given image is. (example: f/16 for landscape, f/1.4 for close ups and macro and f/5.6 for portraiture etc) Curriculum Organizer ISO and Exposure Compensation define ISO become familiar with the side effects of high ISO and low ISO become familiar with the relationship between ISO, Shutter Speed and Aperture and how light affects each of them locate ISO in the viewfinder learn how to manipulate the ISO practice taking pictures that use a high ISO and a low ISO and compare the differences define Exposure Compensation locate the EV compensation ruler in the viewfinder learn how to manipulate the EV Compensation practice taking pictures that are over and under exposed become familiar with the relationship between EV value, Shutter Speed, ISO and Aperture follow assignment hand- in requirements provide a self- critique of a photo, practicing positive and constructive feedback

6 Chapter 3: Lighting Time: 15 hours In this chapter students will use what they have learned from Chapter 1 and 2 in order to understand the role light plays in photography. In this unit students will also learn more techniques, skills and principles to use light to their advantage and help them learn to develop themselves as photographers. Curriculum Organizer Indoor photography, Available light, Front lit, Ambient lit and Back lit, low light, White balance define Available Light understand the difference between back lit, ambient lit and front lit subjects use the techniques taught in chapters 1 and 2 to manipulate the ISO, Shutter Speed or Aperture in order to take pictures in a low light situation use something from home to bounce the light off when taking photos in low light practice trying a multitude of techniques when shooting in a low light situation define White Balance understand all 7 different white balances and when they should be used be able to manipulate their white balance for a given picture follow assignment hand- in requirements provide a self- critique both positive and constructive Curriculum Organizer Outdoor photography, even light, shade, front lit, back lit, reflector take what they learned in the previous lesson and apply it to shooting outdoors become familiar with how the sun can work with you or against you learn to utilize the available light learn the importance of even light and using shade become familiar with tips to using the shade to your advantage become familiar with lens flare practice taking photos of people outside: front lit, back lit and in the shade (even and uneven) experiment with lens flare and reflectors Curriculum Organizer Pop up flash learn how to manually pop the flash on their cameras learn the pros and cons of using a pop up flash

7 learn to reduce Red Eye in a photo Use tricks to eliminate the harshness of the pop up flash Use tricks to reduce harsh shadows in the background Manipulate the shutter speed to work best with the pop up flash Practice using the pop up flash follow assignment hand- in requirements provide a self- critique both positive and constructive Chapter 4: Composition Time: 20 hours In this Chapter students will learn about basic art principles. The lessons in this chapter will introduce students to basic photographic composition as well as some of the course writer s seasoned tips of the trade. This unit will involve a great deal of practice as the student gains hands on experience experimenting with different rules and tips of composition. Curriculum Organizer composition basics learn the rule of thirds learn to follow the direction of the subject learn how to add balance to an image learn how to utilize leading lines in an image learn to use symmetry and patterns to their advantage learn how to create depth in an image learn how to frame a subject using nature and the subject s own body understand how to use negative space to create a powerful image Curriculum Organizer tips and tricks of the trade learn how to use 9 original tips to get a creative picture students will practice all 9 tips to gain an experiential understanding of them and to help develop their own style

8 Chapter 5: Portraiture and Photo shoots Time: 30 hours In this Chapter students will practice photographing models (people). Students will learn the ins and outs of taking beautiful portraits and flattering their subject. They will learn about (and practice for themselves) how to structure and lead an actual photo shoot. Curriculum Organizer Overview of portraiture learn basic tips that can be applied to any age, gender or number of people for taking nice portraits learn how to plan and implement a photo shoot Curriculum Organizer Full Figured photography learn the tips to taking flattering pictures of people no matter what their shape, size or disability learn the importance of treating each client or model like they matter, and to show them their inner/outer beauty Curriculum Organizer Child and Family photography learn the unique tips used to make child photography easier and appear natural practice these tips on children learn how to plan, conduct and implement a family photo shoot practice a family shoot on their own Curriculum Organizer Couple photography learn the unique tips used to make couple photography creative and natural learn a number of different poses that look natural and are flattering learn unique tips to camouflaging huge height differences in couples practice these tips on couples

9 Chapter 6: Project based Time: 25 hours In this Chapter the students will take everything they have learned and create three final projects, which is their final exam. They will also learn how to make a story from a sequence of images. It is expected that they will put a great deal of time, effort and creativity into these multi- picture projects. Curriculum Organizer Telling a story learn about photojournalism and the importance of making sure their pictures tell a story learn key elements to make their stories interesting learn to use a character, a location and an object to create a story plan, design and create 3 final projects with each project consisting of 3 images that fit together and tell a story

10 *Photography 11 BAA Course District Name: Central Okanagan District Number: 23 Developed by: Lara Merz Date Developed: October 2013 School Name: Heritage Christian Online School (DL) Principal s Name: Greg Bitgood Course Name: Photography 11 Grade level of Course: 11 Number of Course Credits: 4 Number of Hours of Instruction: 120 hours Prerequisites: None Special Training, Facilities or Equipment Required: Digital DSLR camera Course Synopsis: This course has been developed to introduce students to digital photography. Students learn to use a DSLR camera to create digital images. In the first three chapters they learn both how to use their cameras and the fundamentals of photography; foundational art principles are introduced in chapter 4 to help bridge both traditional and digital art, and the course is finished off with an in depth look at portraiture and how to conduct an actual photo shoot. Rationale: A large goal of the course is to help students understand how to develop as artists by becoming familiar with observational and skill enhancing studies. As part of the artistic development process the students will participate in self and peer critiques; this will help improve observational skills and identify areas of improvement and excellence. This course focuses on hands on learning with project- based lessons that are fun for the students but maintain a level of difficulty to challenge the student. Organizational Structure:

11 Chapter Title Time Chapter 1 Getting to know your 15 hours Camera Chapter 2 The Exposure Family 15 hours Chapter 3 Lighting 15 hours Chapter 4 Composition 20 hours Chapter 5 Portraiture and Photo 30 hours Shoots Chapter 6 Putting it all Together 25 hours Total Hours 120 hours