DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE DESCRIPTION 

(not offered every year) (Not offered 23-24)

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 ½ credit (T) 

Not recommended for students enrolling in ski schools

Digital Photography is an introduction to the digital camera as an art-making tool designed for students at the beginning level. The course will use digital photography to help students learn and apply the basic elements of art and the principles of design. This course will also provide students with opportunities to extend their knowledge and skills in the field of photography and the use of Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Digital Photography will familiarize the student with digital photographic equipment, materials, methods, and processes. Visual problem-solving skills are explored through the use of the computer as the main tool for creative expression and communication. Cellphone photography and editing with a variety of phone applications will be infused into the curriculum. Students create their own blog sites as a place to exhibit their projects and portfolio work. 

This course is also available for ½ technology credit.