Aim: Lesson 1. Introduction to Photography

Objectives:

  • Students should be able to define photography.
  • Students should be able to discuss the elements to compose a photograph.
  • Students should be able to write a critical analysis essay.

Preparations:

1. Set up computer lab with sample photos and Internet connection.

Discussion:

Visit this web site

http://www.mediaworkshop.org/tutorials/photoanalysis/index.html

Discuss the following components of a photo

1. Angle

2. Frame

3. Dominance

4. Contrast

5. Variety

6. Balance

7. Feeling

Assignment Project:

1. Write about the final " worksheet photo" .

2. Write a critical analysis of the artistic elements of the photo based on what you just learned in class

Student sample works

 


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