INSTRUCTORS: SAI THAO & DAVID SAM
SUBJECT AREA: ARTS ELECTIVE
This trimester students will focus on taking the perfect portrait through practice and critique. All students will be photographed in this class. Each week, students will be given a word or description of a portrait they are required to photograph. Students will learn how to use the camera, set up lighting and work with a backdrop. Students may also be required to leave school grounds to
photograph on a location. Students will use Photoshop to enhanced their portrait and write about the meaning within the photograph. Students who complete the class will have a collection of five portraits and a completed series of his or her choice.
GOAL
Students will develop a basic understanding of digital portraiture techniques. Upon completion of this course the student will demonstrate competency in:
•digital photo camera operation;
•photography vocabulary;
•formal elements and principles;
•portraiture technique;
•Photoshop operation and application.
MN STATE STANDARDS MET:
Strand 1: Artistic Foundation
Standard 1. Demonstrate knowledge of the foundations of the art area.
Standard 2. Demonstrate knowledge and use of the technical skills of the art form including technology when applicable.
Strand 2: Create/Make
Standard 1: Create/make in a variety of contexts in the art area using the artistic foundations.
Strand 4: Respond/Critique
Standard 1: Respond to and critique a variety of creations or performances using the artistic foundations.
