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Welcome To Monte Vista Photography
In this year long course students get the experience of creating hand made photographs using 35MM film and the darkroom as well as learning the basics of digital photography and Photoshop.
Although photography is becoming increasingly focused on digital technology creating photographs by hand will teach students the basics and fundamentals of camera operation, the darkroom and use of light to create works of hand made art.
However, as digital media is becoming the norm in fine art photography, photojournalism and commercial photography, It is important for students to also have a basic understanding of digital photography, editing and the rules of design in order to prepare for careers in these areas.
This class at Monte Vista will teach how to properly use a digital camera and film camera to create well composed, well lit and properly exposed images that are interesting and dynamic works of art!
MVHS Advanced Photo
In this year long course students learn advanced photography including advanced operation of a digital camera, advanced Darkroom techniques, use of well balanced composition, and a more complete understanding of ideation in the creation of an artistic photograph. By the end of this course advanced student will be able to take artistic photographs that use advanced editing skills. In this course students will continue to learn the history of Photography which will include the study of classic photographers who have made major contributions to the medium. Also students will participate in ongoing critiques of their own work and others in the class to gain a better understanding of visual literacy and vocabulary.
“When words become unclear, I shall focus with photographs. When images become inadequate, I shall be content with silence.”
— Ansel Adams
Welcome to 2025-2026
Welcome to 2025-2026
Photo is a skill that you will continue to use throughout your life. In todays world of imagery and digital media it is a skill that will be an invaluable resource. I hope that you will love and enjoy this class and that it will be one of the bright spots in your day!
Please feel free to contact me any time with questions and comments! I am always free to discuss grades, concerns and content specific questions.
One of my highest priorities is keeping parents and caregivers informed about how their student is doing in my class. If your family is more comfortable communicating with me in your home language, feel free to use a program like Google Translate. Please also let me know what your home language is, so I can return your communication.
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MISSION: Monte Vista believes that providing an excellent education is a shared responsibility involving the entire school community. We provide our students with learning opportunities that help them develop intellectually, emotionally, and physically in order to reach their full potential. Monte Vista provides a safe, equitable environment that fosters resilience and promotes ethical and emotional growth, lifelong learning, and informed citizenship. We provide a comprehensive support system that helps our students thrive.
MISSION: Monte Vista believes that providing an excellent education is a shared responsibility involving the entire school community. We provide our students with learning opportunities that help them develop intellectually, emotionally, and physically in order to reach their full potential. Monte Vista provides a safe, equitable environment that fosters resilience and promotes ethical and emotional growth, lifelong learning, and informed citizenship. We provide a comprehensive support system that helps our students thrive.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLO's):
Student Learning Outcomes (SLO's):
Critical Thinkers who apply their knowledge, skills and experiences to solve problems and actively seek out and listen to a variety of perspectives to draw informed conclusions.
Creative Contributors who engage in problem solving, inquiry and innovative solutions to improve societal outcomes, demonstrate originality and imaginative ideas, and generate new and meaningful solutions.
Intentional Collaborators who demonstrate the ability to work within a group to achieve common goals, integrate diverse perspectives and ideas, and enrich the learning of both self and others.
Adaptable Learners who demonstrate the ability to adjust to new situations, respond productively to feedback, and to empathize with diverse views.
Effective Communicators who articulate ideas clearly in a variety of forms and contexts, listen with empathy to decipher meaning and intentions, and demonstrate the ability to give presentations for a range of purposes and audiences.
Ethical, Respectful, and Responsible Citizens who demonstrate compassion, empathy and respect to others and take responsibility for their actions.
For general information about our school-wide Monte Vista academic guidelines please refer to our 2025-26 Student Handbook
Monte Vista VAPA upholds the California Arts Standards by fostering a comprehensive approach to arts education. We emphasize the arts as a vital form of communication, enabling students to express ideas and emotions effectively. We also support the arts as a means for creative personal realization, encouraging students to explore and develop their individual artistic voices. Additionally, we highlight the role of the arts in understanding and connecting with culture and history, helping students appreciate and relate to diverse cultural narratives and historical contexts.
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