Scaffolded Photography Curriculum

SCAFFOLDED CURRICULUM FOR PHOTOGRAPHY BASIC TECHNIQUES

• To understand how to hold a camera safely and know where the primary function buttons are (power, shutter, zoom, focus, etc.) • To consider the basics of capturing a successful photograph: Educational subject, lighting, stability, zoom, and focus. Goals • To introduce the concept of point of view. • To become familiar with the techniques and aesthetics of photography by conducting hands-on activities.

• Exposure • Zoom • Lighting • Focus Application • Background • Composition • Stability • Focal Point

• Cyanotype • Polaroid Camera Alternative • Pinhole Camera processes

• Camera • Digital editing apps/ Technology software • Tripod

• How to hold a camera • Equipment/safety Equipment usage • How to frame an image • Learn basic digital photo editing and care • How to focus

• Informal and formal critique Reflection • Digital documentation

www.theartofed.com SCAFFOLDED CURRICULUM FOR PHOTOGRAPHY INTERMEDIATE TECHNIQUES

• To discuss photographic images in terms of composition, method of creation, and message. • To practice photographic techniques and the concept Educational of point of view. Goals • To successfully develop a roll of film. • To create contact sheets, test strips, and prints.

• Depth of field • Shutter Speed • Rule of Thirds • ISO Application • Aperture • Panning • F/stop

• Experiment with different types of cameras Alternative (Diana, Holga, Fish-eye, etc.) processes

• Camera • Digital editing apps/ software Technology • Tripod • Developing Tank • Enlarger

• Intermediate darkroom safety training Equipment usage • Developing film and care • Developing contact sheets, test strips, and prints • Darkroom chemicals for developing and fixing and image

• Digital documentation • Informal and formal critique Reflection • Written reflection • Idea mapping for future photography work

www.theartofed.com SCAFFOLDED CURRICULUM FOR PHOTOGRAPHY ADVANCED TECHNIQUES

• To display and consider the audience’s experience when viewing the photograph. Educational • To discuss what makes a “good” photograph. • To review and edit images with a discerning eye. Goals • To understand strengths and weaknesses of an image and what could be done for improvement next time.

• Aspect ratio • ISO Application • Focal Length • High-keyed

• Create unique prints using alternative processes. Alternative • Experimenting with the combination of time-honored processes and digital processes.

• Camera • Enlarger Technology • Tripod • Digital editing apps/ software

Equipment usage • Darkroom equipment/safety and care

• Digital documentation • Informal and formal critique • Written reflection • Greater focus on craft and message Reflection • Mapping for future photography work • Learning from viewer experience/feedback