H.S. Photography

This class is designed to introduce students to a range of foundations in Photography. Students will work with both digital and film cameras, and will learn digital editing and printing as well as darkroom printing and manipulation.

Students in this class will learn about photography as it bridges both artistic and scientific disciplines, and they will receive a thorough overview of the history of photography and how it has played an important role in many spheres, ranging from fine arts, to journalism, cinema, and science. We will begin by studying and experimenting with some very early photographic techniques, such as photograms and pinhole cameras, and we will cover all the basics of camera work, lighting, and composition. Later in the year students will have the opportunity to work on independent projects, develop personal portfolios, and to serve as contributing photographers and editors for the school yearbook.