First Quarterly

Your first quarterly is due on November 12th & 13th (whichever day you have class). The instructions are on Classroom. You have the option of printing pictures out in class or printing them at a store and mounting them on your poster board. (ex: WalMart, Costco, CVS, etc.) Happy picture taking!

*NEW* Sign up sheet!

Below is the NEW camera sign out link. Remember ALL cameras are due to me by Monday, 10/26, even if you do not have class that day.  Signing out will again be first come first serve basis. Each class is assigned a group of cameras, so be sure you sign up under the correct block. Camera number does not matter anymore. DO NOT erase anyone's name, I can always go back and check who does what on the form... :)

Link to sign up

Photography Assignment #1

Fall Theme

In Google Slides, create a presentation that has two pictures for each category below relating to the theme we discussed. You must have two images for each of the following skills:

• Small depth of field
• Large depth of field
• Fast shutter speed
• Slow shutter speed
• Manual Focus

In the notes section of each slide, include the following camera setting information: White Balance, ISO, Shutter Speed, and Aperture. Include a title page that has your name and relates to the theme as well. TAKE A LOT OF PICTURES- you can never, ever, ever have too many! Happy picture taking!!!
Due dates are: A-days 10/26; B-days 10/27 .

Rubric

Technology News Article

While some people have cameras signed out or are working on their first assignment, you will be required to complete a "Photography News Article". Below is a link to the template I would like you to use (it can also be found in Google Docs). This assignment will be due the same day as your fall project.


Newsletter/Magazine Template

"Settings Guide"/ISO & White Balance

Do Now:
Using the internet find and ISO, Aperture, and Shutter Speed guide that clearly defines the lighting conditions necessary for each setting. Save the image and post it (along with your name) in the photography share document below.
Class Settings Guide

When you have finished, please read the information in the link below. Once everyone has completed, we will begin our activity.
ISO & White Balance

Shutter Priority Mode

Do Now:
Find a second picture taken by a famous "master" photographer that intrigues you. This photographer should have had his or her work shown in a gallery or museum. It can be a recent photographer or one from the past. In your journal create a new entry that includes: the photograph you chose, a description of the photograph, and some background information about the photographer. Be sure to include the site where you found the photograph.


In Class Assignment:
Together we will be discussing Shutter Speed. Please refer to the notes I posted from last class to become more familiar with shutter speed. Your assignment is to work with a partner and practice setting and using Shutter Priority mode. Similarly to what we did with AP mode, you will be taking practice pictures, uploading to a Google Doc, and then posting your results to classroom.

Uploading & AP mode

Do Now:
Go to each of these links  below and play around with the camera simulators. Notice how when you change one aspect, the image changes. Pay particular attention to how changing the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO affect the images. Reflect on each link in your journal.
Camera Simulator
Aperture Simulator
Shutter Speed Simulator

When you have finished the three tutorials, read over the document below.
Shutter & Aperture


In class assignment:
After our discussion, we will begin learning aperture priority mode on our cameras. Take photos of the object you chose to bring in using the settings instructed by me. You may work with a partner, but be sure you have your own individual images to upload to the computer.


Homework 9/30-10/1

Introduction: Getting to know the Camera

Do Now:
Find a picture taken by a famous "master" photographer that intrigues you. This photographer should have had his or her work shown in a gallery or museum. It can be a recent photographer or one from the past. In your journal create a new entry that includes: the photograph you chose, a description of the photograph, and some background information about the photographer. Be sure to include the site where you found the photograph.

Nikon D3200 

Today we will be going over the essential parts and functions of the camera. Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be doing activities and learning the difference between the modes of our cameras.

Camera Obscura

In class project:

Using the shoe box that you brought in, you will create a model camera obscura. First read pages 9 & 13 in the book. Then, follow the directions in the book on page 20, or use the link below to follow the instructions on your computer. You must follow the directions very carefully otherwise the camera will not be effective. 

Directions for camera obscura

When you have finished making your model camera, you will answer the questions on the last slide of the presentation on a google doc and submit it to classroom. Make sure your name is on everything, including your model camera!


Homework weekend of 9/26-27

History of Photography

Do Now:

In your journal, please reflect on your homework (5 picture assignment). Tell me why you chose certain images, and explain a little about the background behind them. You may post the images in your journal and reflect on them there.

History of Photography

With a partner, create a timeline for the history of photography. You may use slideshow or another app of your choosing. Gather images from online sources to make your timeline appealing. The timeline should include, but not be limited to the following people/topics/dates:
Early photographers- possibly Egyptians, Leonardo da Vinci
1802
1935 (two major events)
Color film
Daguerrotype & Louis Daguerre
The first photograph: Joseph Nicephore Niepce
Paper negatives (1833)
1980s-present day camera technology
Ansel Adams
The development of film
1912
1725
Timothy O'Sullivan
First 35mm camera
1888- Kodak box camera
The Polaroid camera- Dr. Land

Do not forget to add a works cited page.
Upload your timeline to classroom by the assigned due date.

Photograph vs Snapshot

Do Now:

In your journal, respond to the following question: What do you think is the difference between a photograph and a snapshot? Explain.

Today we will be discussing the differences between a photograph and a snapshot. After our discussions, you will be creating an individual slideshow presenting images for both photographs and snapshots.

The images must follow these guidelines:

• You must have 3 examples of each photographs and  snapshots- separate slide per image, you will have 8 slides total including intro page and conclusion with sources.
• One must be a photograph that is misleading (providing false information); be sure to include an explanation of why it is misleading.
• On each slide you must explain why the image is either a photograph or a snapshot, if they have a harmful effect, what the differences or similarities are between the chosen image and a snapshot/photograph.
• Cite all of your sources (link is fine if there is no owner)

Be sure to upload your slideshow to classroom when you have completed your work.

Homework:

By next class, please bring in 5 images that tell us a little bit about yourself. They may be a combination of photographs and snapshots, it is up to you. You may bring in your digital camera or use your cell phone to take pictures.
**ALSO: please bring in a shoebox with a lid. 

September 11th Activity

Do Now:
Individually, please respond to the following question in your online photography journal:

• Jot down any memories you may have of 9/11, and reflect on them. If you do not have any memories of 9/11, think about what you might remember from another important time in history and reflect on that.

When you are finished, please review the following timeline and find one image, sound clip, or video that "speaks" to you. 


In groups of 3-4, you will then discuss whatever spoke to you from the interactive timeline. When you meet with your group, you must inform the other members of what image, clip, or video you chose and be sure that each of you answers the following questions:

• What made the visual you chose compelling to you?
• What made the visual iconic?

In your groups, compare and contrast other iconic images from 9/11 and other historical and contemporary events. Place these images into a Google Slides presentation. Be sure to include a slide for each image that indicates:

• The origins, its author, the story behind it, and why it resonates with you. 
• What makes the image compelling? 
• What makes it iconic?
• What makes the images you found similar or different to images from September 11, 2001?

Your final slide should include answers to the following questions:

• What do the images have in common? 
• How are they different? 
• Why are they all iconic?

Suggestions for possible images include: • “Raising Flag on Iwo Jima” Joe Rosenthal • “Raising Flag over Ground Zero” Thomas E. Franklin • “Kent State University Massacre” John Filo • “V-J Day in Times Square” Alfred Eisenstaedt • “Tiananmen Square” Stuart Franklin Magnum

All assignment due dates are on Google Classroom.

Homework due next class (9/15): 

Ask a loved one about the 5 most iconic images that have had the most impact on them throughout their life. In a Google Document, try to find the images online or describe the images to the best of your ability. Explain who you interviewed and why these images impacted them.

Welcome to Photography!

Please take this short survey to tell me a little more about yourself.

Your first homework assignment will be to print and sign the procedures & expectations sheet, found below. Your parent or guardian must also sign the sheet. This will be due the next time you have class. Materials that are necessary for class are expected by September 16th.
Our course syllabus is also located below.


Technology Procedures & Expectations                        Syllabus