Digital Photography is a yearlong course that focuses on understanding the basic operations and functions of a digital single lens reflex camera and the manipulation of its settings to achieve a specific result. Students learn about photographic elements of art and principles of design, composition, and lighting and explore the history of photography. Students write and speak about aesthetic, technical and expressive qualities in a photograph. They learn to critique photographs as an art form. Students learn digital manipulation using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. They will be provided a level of autonomy to pursue their own interests and develop an individual voice. Strong interest in photography is required. Basic computer knowledge is necessary.