Instructor: Diana Consuegra
Subject Area: English
This is part of a yearlong course analyzing photography, graphic design, and how they relate to the world around us. This trimester will analyze photography and photojournalism. Students will learn how to use a camera to capture poignant images. They will also learn how to edit these digital photos in Photoshop. Finally, the students will prepare these images for a gallery showing.
Resources:
- worldsfamousphotos.com
- deviantart.com
- magnumphotos.com
- psdtuts.com
Photographers:
- Philip-Lorca diCorcia
- Alec Soth (Minnesota native)
- Yasumasa Morimura
This course will meet the following Minnesota State Standards:
I. Reading and Literature
B. Vocabulary Expansion
C. Comprehension
D. Literature
II. Writing
C. Spelling, Grammar, and Usage
D. Research
E. Handwriting and Word Processing
III. Speaking, Listening, and Viewing
C. Media Literacy
Upon course completion, the student will be able to:
- Compare and Contrast different types of photography
- Utilize photo editing software
- Utilize a camera
- Identify photographic techniques
- Evaluate the impact of society on photography
Grading: The student will be expected to attend class and complete assignments.
25% Final Project
25% Midterm
50% Attendance and Assignments
