Photography

PHOTOGRAPHY (1 credit)    611070

Grades 9-12

This course is suggested for students of all levels. This course requires the use of a 35 mm single lens reflex camera, black and white film development, contact and enlargement printing. Basic and experimental darkroom techniques are practiced through individual and group work. Digital photography and Photoshop are also incorporated throughout the year, giving students  balance of both black and white and color media. Students are required to provide their own SLR camera and digital camera. This course is a prerequisite to Photo Portfolio.

PHOTOGRAPHY (.50 credit)    611073

Grades 9-12

This foundation course meets on alternate days and covers the fundamentals and techniques of black and white photography, along with the proper methods of dark room use associated with processing film and enlarging prints. The aesthetics of photography as a fine art form and as a means of documentation and communication are explored through various class assignments. Students must supply their own 35mm manual camera and digital camera.

PHOTOGRAPHY PORTFOLIO (.50 or 1 credit)   611103/611100

Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Photo I and Photo II and permission of the instructor

This advanced class is designed for the self-motivated, serious photographer. Each student will build a portfolio including both digital and B&W images. In each portfolio, students will create a specific concentration as well as develop individual bodies of work. This course will include photo criticism, critiques, research, museum/gallery visits, and guest lecturers. Students are expected to spend additional time outside the classroom completing assignments. Students must supply their own camera.

ADVANCED PHOTO PORTFOLIO (.50 or 1 credit)

611130/611133

Grades 11-12

Prerequisites: Photography and Photography Portfolio

Advanced Photo Portfolio builds on skills developed in Photo Portfolio with an emphasis on digital photo enhancement and correction. A serious photography student has the opportunity to explore, experiment, and expand their knowledge of photo lighting, contrast, color, and filter effects using Adobe Photoshop. Each student will select a personal concentration with which they will design their own portfolio and individual photography website. This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement 2-D Design

course which should be taken the following year.

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (.50 credit)     611093

Grades 9-12

This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of digital photography and digital imaging. This class will emphasize necessary aesthetic, technical and critical thinking skills throughout the process. The historical and cultural impact of photography and digital photography will be considered and discussed throughout the class. Required work will include the use of digital cameras and computer technology. There is no pre-requisite for this course. Students must supply their own digital camera.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT 2-D DESIGN (1 credit)      619110

Grades 11 or 12

Prerequisite: Photography I and II, Portfolio Development and recommendation of instructor

This advanced class is designed for the self-motivated, serious photographer interested in pursuing photography on the college level. This course will focus on building a portfolio. Each student will create a specific concentration as well as develop individual bodies of work. Students may work in film, digital, or a combination of both media. This course will include photo criticism, critiques, research, museum/gallery visits, and guest lecturers. Students are expected to spend additional time outside the classroom completing assignments. Students who are planning to take the Advanced Placement exam must enroll in the full time offering of this class. Admission into this course is contingent upon permission of the instructor and completion of summer work. Students must supply their own camera.