Humans with Animals

Digital Interactions: Creating a Visual Story with Adobe Express

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Students will be able to create a digital version of a human interacting with a wild animal using Adobe Express, combining photography and digital design skills.

ASSESSMENTS:
Students will present their digital creations to the class, explaining their artistic choices and the process they used to create the visual story.

KEY POINTS:

• Understanding the basics of photography, including composition and lighting.

• Introduction to Adobe Express and its tools for digital design.

• The importance of storytelling through visuals emphasizes the interaction between humans and animals.

• Techniques for combining images and graphics to create a cohesive narrative.

OPENING:

• Begin with a discussion on wildlife interactions: "What do you think it means to interact with a wild animal?"

• Show examples of wildlife photography and digital art that illustrate these interactions.

• Pose a question: "How can we use technology to tell stories about our experiences with nature?"

INTRODUCTION TO NEW MATERIAL:

• Demonstrate how to take effective photographs on school grounds, focusing on angles and lighting.

• Introduce Adobe Express and its features, guiding students through the process of uploading their photos and adding digital elements.

• Anticipate a common misconception: Students may think that digital art is only about drawing and may not realize the value of photography in their projects.

GUIDED PRACTICE:

• Set expectations for group work: Students will work in pairs to take photos and start their digital creations.

• Provide examples of effective animal-human interactions in art for inspiration.

• Ask scaffolded questions: "What elements do you think are necessary to tell a story in your visual?" and “How can you enhance your photo with digital tools?”

• Monitor student performance by circulating the room and providing feedback on their concepts and progress.

INDEPENDENT PRACTICE:

• Students will independently create their digital interaction piece using their photos and Adobe Express.

• Set clear expectations: Each project must include at least one human and one animal, with a narrative connection.

• Provide time for students to work, encouraging them to experiment with different tools and techniques in Adobe Express.

CLOSING:

• Have students share their digital creations in small groups, discussing what they learned about storytelling and digital art.

• Conduct a quick class poll: "What was the most challenging part of this project?"

EXTENSION ACTIVITY:

• Students who finish early can explore additional features in Adobe Express, such as animation or video integration, to enhance their projects further.

HOMEWORK:

• Students will write a reflection on their project, discussing their artistic choices and what they learned about interacting with wildlife through photography and digital art.

STANDARDS ALIGNED:

• Visual Arts: Students demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles of design in their artworks.

• Visual Arts: Students apply media, techniques, and processes with sufficient skill, confidence, and sensitivity.

Step 1

• Take a photo around the school 

  • You will want as much of the photo in focus as possible. 

Step 2 

• Pick a wild animals 

  • Must Be

    • A Wild Animal (no domestic pets)

    • a high resolution photo (1000 pixels or higher)

    • Full body photo of animal

Step 3

• Open your animal Adobe Express

  • Click on the Remove Background Tool

    • Remove Background from your animal

Step 4

• Download your work and save it to your Google Drive.

Step 5

• Upload your work to your Google Classroom for grading

Example