Randolph Township Schools High School AP Photography Curriculum “A lot of photographers think that if you buy a better camera, they’ll be able to take better photographs. A better camera won’t do a thing for you if you don’t have anything in your head or in your heart.” ~Arnold Newman Department of Visual and Performing Arts Frank Perrone, VPA Supervisor Curriculum Committee James King Curriculum Developed: August 2019 Date of Board Approval: September 3, 2019 1 Randolph Township Schools High School AP Photography Curriculum Table of Contents Section Mission Statement ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3 Affirmative Action Statement ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3 EDUCATIONAL GOALS .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Curriculum Pacing Chart ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Unit I: Investigate Materials, Processes, and Ideas ................................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Unit II: Make Art and Design – Sustained Investigation ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13 Unit III: Presentation and Digital Submission .................................................................................................................................................................................... 17 2 Randolph Township Schools High School AP Photography Curriculum Mission Statement We commit to inspiring and empowering all students in Randolph schools to reach their full potential as unique, responsible and educated members of a global society. Affirmative Action Statement Equality and Equity in Curriculum The Randolph Township School district ensures that the district’s curriculum and instruction are aligned to the state’s standards. The curriculum provides equity in instruction, educational programs and provides all students the opportunity to interact positively with others regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability or socioeconomic status. N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.7(b): Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973; N.J.S.A. 10:5; Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 3 Randolph Township Schools High School AP Photography Curriculum EDUCATIONAL GOALS VALUES IN EDUCATION The statements represent the beliefs and values regarding our educational system. Education is the key to self-actualization, which is realized through achievement and self-respect. We believe our entire system must not only represent these values, but also demonstrate them in all that we do as a school system. We believe: • The needs of the child come first • Mutual respect and trust are the cornerstones of a learning communitY • The learning community consists of students, educators, parents, administrators, educational support personnel, the community and Board of Education members • A successful learning community communicates honestly and openly in a non-threatening environment • Members of our learning community have different needs at different times. There is openness to the challenge of meeting those needs in professional and supportive ways • Assessment of professionals (i.e., educators, administrators and educational support personnel) is a dynamic process that requires review and revision based on evolving research, practices and experiences • Development of desired capabilities comes in stages and is achieved through hard work, reflection and ongoing growth 4 Randolph Township Schools High School AP Photography Curriculum Introduction Advanced Placement Photography is a full year course for the highly motivated and skilled photography student seriously interested in pursuing photography on a challenging college level. A portfolio of photographic images will be created that falls within the guidelines established by the College Board for AP Studio Art. The requirements include two different components. The first is a portfolio of selected works that each demonstrate synthesis of materials, processes, and ideas utilizing photographic media and design skills. The second portfolio of a sustained investigation which included 15 photographs and process documentation that demonstrate a sustained investigation through practice, experimentation, and revision that exhibits the student’s own personal aesthetic. Students will work with their teacher to develop an individualized plan. Summer assignments, study of photographers and research in the history of photography is also required. There is a major emphasis on the student’s own personal vision and experience and how they can express that through their photographic work. Students are required to have a film and/or digital camera for this course. This class is recommended for photography students wishing to attend an art college or pursue an art-related career. Prerequisite: Creative Photography I, Creative Photography II Honors. Teacher recommendation required/Supervisor approval required AP Photography follows the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards for Visual and Performing Arts. 5 Randolph Township Schools High School AP Photography Curriculum Curriculum Pacing Chart SUGGESTED TIME UNIT NUMBER CONTENT - UNIT OF STUDY ALLOTMENT 20 weeks – Ongoing I Investigate Materials, Processes, and Ideas 13 weeks – Ongoing II Make Art and Design – Sustained Investigation 3 weeks - Ongoing III Presentation and Submission 6 Randolph Township Schools High School AP Photography Curriculum Unit I: Investigate Materials, Processes, and Ideas STANDARDS / GOALS: ENDURING UNDERSTANDINGS ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards - VPA Photography is a universal form of artistic • How do photographers employ 1.1.12.D.2- Stimuli for the creation of artworks can expression and communication of ideas. their personal vision in a come from many places, including other photograph? disciplines. • How does photography influence our everyday life? 1.2.12.A.2 – Access to the arts has a positive influence on the quality of an individual’s lifelong The elements of art and principles of design form a • What separates a snap shot from learning, personal expression and contributions to foundation for photographers and artists to interpret a fine art photograph? the community and global citizenship. Cultural and and articulate their ideas. historical events impact art-making as well as how KNOWLEDGE SKILLS audiences respond to works of art. Students will know: Students will be able to: 1.3.12.D.1- How individuals manipulate the An experience is an event or occurrence that Brainstorm potential areas of elements of art and principles of design results in includes interacting with actual surroundings, photographic investigation based on original portfolios that reflect choice and personal imagining abstract and fictional concepts, and personal experiences. stYlistic nuance. communication and research. 1.3.12.D.3- The artist’s understanding of the Reflecting on experiences can be documented by Describe how inquiry guides relationships among art media, methodologY and visual statement allows the artist to use recording observations and perceptions related to an investigation through photography and expressionism, abstractionism (nonobjective art), experience. art utilizing a journal. realism/naturalism, impressionism and other genre stYles to conveY ideas to an audience. Interpretation is understanding based on personal Study photographs media, techniques experiences and perspectives. and ideas. 7 Randolph Township Schools High School AP Photography Curriculum Unit I: Investigate Materials, Processes, and Ideas 1.3.12.D.4 – Artists interpret/render themes using Feedback is information relating to how someone Critique photographs and the art of traditional art media and methodologies as well as responds to a photograph. Feedback can take the others in an objective way to foster new art media and methodologies. form of a conversation, written commentary and growth and maturity in developing a ideally should be constructive. personal vision. 1.3.12.D.5- Two- and three-dimensional artworks can be rendered culturally specific by using the tools, techniques, styles, materials and The elements of art and principles of design are Identify the different elements of art methodologies that are germane to a particular present as they relate to photographs, photographic and principles of design in a cultural style. media,