Photography Past Weeks Assignments:
Each week will be a different color.
Focus for the week: Photography Final Projects
MONDAY 6-17-19
Warm Up: Before you work on planning for your final project today, go online and find examples of pictures you might be able to recreate to give yourself ideas. Also, think about, what do you need to do to make these pictures happen? What kind of a story can you tell? Try to paste an example idea for at least 3 different elements/effects in your Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
TUESDAY
Warm Up: When you look at this picture of a dogs nose, what elements or effects do you see and what makes you think that is what you are seeing? Any rules of composition you can name in this picture as well?
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Take a look at picture #1 and picture #2. As a photographer, which do you like better and why? Think about the poi, do the changes made from picture 1 to 2 make the poi more obvious or the picture more simple to look at, or does it draw attention away from the poi? Give reasons and defend your answer in Journal #11. Turn in Journal #11 on Google Classroom - DUE - TODAY.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
THURSDAY
Warm Up: When you look at this picture of a eagle, what elements or effects do you see and what makes you think that is what you are seeing? Any rules of composition you can name in this picture as well? Be ready to answer verbally.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
FRIDAY Super Lunch Schedule
Warm Up: What do you still need for your portfolio? Make a list for yourself. Don't be afraid to offer advice and help your neighbor with ideas or suggestions.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
MONDAY 6-24-19
Warm Up: Play one of THESE typing games or NitroType quietly for 5 minutes, then start today's photography challenge!
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
TUESDAY Last Day of 2018-2019 School Year!
Warm Up: Play one of THESE typing games quietly for 5 minutes! You may play typing games longer, after checking grades.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
T3 WEEK #10
Focus for the week: Photography including the effect of "Selective Color"
MONDAY 6-10-19
Warm Up: Pick a method and then list the steps to converting a picture to selective color that you did in Photoshop. You have an image open, what do you click on next? If you forgot, open Photoshop and figure it out. Answer in Journal #11
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Before you go take pictures today, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using the Selective Color effect (that you could actually take) to give yourself ideas of what to do today. What do you need to make these pictures happen? Paste at least 3 pictures in your Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Take a look at these 50 examples of Selective Color. Pick one or two pictures that stand out to you, that catch your attention and you find interesting to look at. Explain in Journal #11 why you think you like the picture and what draws you in to the photo.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
THURSDAY
Warm Up: In your opinion, which is better, between these dog pictures: black & white or selective color? Is black and white too plain or does it draw the viewer in and make them look at the picture longer? Does the color distract from the poi or help draw attention to it? What other reasons can you come up with to defend your answer or how could these pictures be better? Defend your answer in Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
FRIDAY
Warm Up: When you look at this picture of a person on the beach, what element(s), that we have covered in class this trimester, are best represented here? Describe in Journal #11 what you see that helps you know. From a photographers perspective, how was the element(s) of photography created in this picture?
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
T3 WEEK #9
Focus for the week: Photography including the effect of "BLACK AND WHITE" and introduction to "Selective Color"
MONDAY 6-3-19
Warm Up: Start a new journal: #11 PHOTO Journal. Before you go take pictures the next couple of days, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using the black and white effect (that you could actually take) to give yourself ideas of what to do. Think about - what do you need to make these pictures happen (lighting/angles/props?)? Paste at least 3 pictures in your Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Use bullet points to list the steps to either method we have learned for converting a picture to black and white in Photoshop. You have an image open, what do you click on next? If you forgot, open Photoshop and figure it out. Answer in Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: What rules of composition do you see in this black and white photo? List as many as you can and a quick description of what you're seeing to represent that rule in Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
THURSDAY
Warm Up: Now that you've had a bit more experience with it, explain why a photographer might want to use color instead of black and white OR black and white instead of color in your own words in Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
FRIDAY
Warm Up: What rules of composition do you see in this black and white beach photo? List as many as you can and a quick description of what you're seeing to represent that rule in Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
T3 WEEK #8
Focus for the beginning of the week: Photography including the element of "PERSPECTIVE" with an emphasis on "forced" perspective.
MONDAY
~NO SCHOOL~
TUESDAY 5-28-19
Warm Up: How could you explain the difference viewpoints, why might you use a different viewpoint, answer in your own words in Journal #10.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: You are hired by an ice cream truck company to show off how fun and delicious their ice cream is. Which of the 4 viewpoints (Bird/Bug/First/Eye) would you use to show this? Name the viewpoint and explain how and why you think it would be best. Defend your answer in 2-4 sentences in Journal #10.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
Focus for the rest of the week: Photography including the effect of "BLACK AND WHITE"
THURSDAY
Warm Up: What is some advice, that has to do with photography, that you would give to a new photography student? Something you wished you would have known or took you awhile to figure out. Be descriptive and helpful, not sarcastic please.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Explain why a photographer might want to use black and white instead of color in your own words in Journal #10. Turn in Journal #10 on Google Classroom today.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
T3 WEEK #7
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "PERSPECTIVE" with an emphasis on "forced" perspective.
MONDAY 5-20-19
Warm Up: Start a new Journal: #10 PHOTO Journal. Take a look at the "Get Up High or Look High" section of this Perspective in Photography article. What does getting up high allow you to do? What emotion or feeling will the viewer feel when looking at pictures taken from above? Answer, using your own words, in Journal #10.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Use bullet points to make numbers 1-6 in your Journal #10. In the following link, each of the 6 rules talked about in class for "Perspective" are represented. Decide which picture fits with which rule. Click: So Many Perspectives to start the quiz.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
WEDNESDAY
~~8th Grade Field Trip~~
THURSDAY
Warm Up: How could you explain the difference between Forced Perspective and Viewpoint in your own words in Journal #10.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Click on the link and look at examples of pictures of the same mountain (Mount Rainier). You have been hired by Mt Rainier National Forest Hiking Club to take a picture for their brochure that shows both the beauty and power of this mountain. In Journal #10, copy and paste an example of the type of photo you would try to recreate. Under the picture, explain what perspective you would use and what you would include in the picture and why.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
T3 WEEK #6
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "PERSPECTIVE" with an emphasis on vanishing point and the main 4 points of view.
MONDAY 5-13-19
Warm Up: What is one new thing you learned about Texture over the last two weeks. Answer in Journal #9 using complete sentences.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
TUESDAY
Warm Up: List the four types of "viewpoint" we talked about yesterday in class for "Perspective" and describe each in your own words in Journal #9.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Before you go take pictures today, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using different viewpoint perspectives to give yourself ideas of what to do today. What do you need to make these pictures happen? Paste at least 3 pictures in your Journal #9.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
THURSDAY
Warm Up: What did you do this week or what do you plan to do today to change up your perspective as you take pictures? Do you think it helped you capture more interesting pictures? Answer in Journal #9.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Take a look at the "Get Low" section of this Perspective in Photography article. What does getting down low allow you to do? What emotion or feeling will the viewer feel when looking at pictures taken from below looking up? Answer, using your own words, in Journal #9. Turn in Journal #9 on Google Classroom after today's warm up. DUE TODAY.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
T3 WEEK #5
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "PERSPECTIVE".
MONDAY 5-6-19
Warm Up: Start a new journal: #9 PHOTO Journal. How would you describe the difference between texture and pattern? Can you think of an example of where both might be present in a picture? Include an example from online or your pictures if you have one. Describe and defend your answer in Journal #9.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Describe one or two new things you have learned over the last four lessons focusing on elements in Photography. It can be a camera function or how to achieve a certain type of photo or even what some of the elements mean. Be specific and descriptive in your answer in Journal #9.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Describe the process of adding texture over another picture in Photoshop, what are you doing when you do this? Answer in Journal #9
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
THURSDAY
Warm Up: What is the point of using Photoshop to add texture to a picture? Answer in Journal #9 using complete sentences.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
FRIDAY
Warm Up: What is one new thing you learned to do in Photoshop this week that you might be able to use on your own pictures later? Answer in Journal #9 using complete sentences.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
T3 WEEK #4
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "TEXTURE".
MONDAY 4-29-19
Warm Up: Imagine you are talking to someone new to photography, how would you describe the differences between shape, form and pattern? In your answer include suggestions for how to achieve all 3. Answer in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
TUESDAY Top Flight Awards - 2nd Period
Warm Up: Without looking at your notes from yesterday or asking your BFF Google, define "TEXTURE" and how to help yourself create it in your photography in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Which of these pictures shows texture best? Picture #1 or Picture #2. Defend your answer, using specifics about what you are seeing that makes the picture a good example of texture, in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
THURSDAY
Warm Up: You're helping someone who is starting to learn about "elements" in photography, how do you describe the difference between elements and composition in Photography? Use complete sentences and give at least two specific examples of each in your answer in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Take a look at this image. Does it show shape, form, pattern, texture or a combination? Defend your answer. Turn in Journal #8 TODAY on Google Classroom.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
T3 WEEK #3
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "pattern".
MONDAY 4-22-19
Warm Up: Start a new Journal: #8 PHOTO Journal. Take a look at this image, would this be a good example of shape or form? Explain. If neither, what element maybe would it be a better example of and why? If you have time, describe all the "elements" you see represented in this picture. Answer in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Without looking at your notes or asking your BFF Google, try to define "pattern" in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Before you go take pictures again today, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using "pattern" to give yourself ideas of what to do today. As you're looking at examples, think about what you need to do make these pictures happen. Paste at least 3 pictures in your Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
THURSDAY Spirit Assembly Schedule
Warm Up: Take a look at this bookshelf, would it be a good example of pattern or not? Defend your answer in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
Warm Up: Take a look at this image. Does it show shape, form, pattern or a combination? Defend your answer in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
T3 WEEK #2
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "form".
MONDAY 4-15-19
Warm Up: Take a look at this ROCK image, would this be a good example of "shape"? Try to remember how to define shape, does this fit the rules for shape? If yes, explain why/how. If no, what element maybe would it be a better example of and why? Answer in Journal #7.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
Warm Up: Without looking at your notes from last week or asking your BFF Google, try to define "form" in Journal #7.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Before you go take pictures today, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using "form" to give yourself ideas of what to do today. As you're looking at examples, think about what you need to do make these pictures happen. Paste at least 3 pictures in your new Journal #7.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
THURSDAY
Warm Up: Go online and search for a fruit or animal of your choice. Find an example of both "form" and "shape" for the same thing - see example. Paste these example pictures in your Journal #7 with a title next to each stating which it is - form or shape.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Take a look at the image of the road on the right side of this page. Does it show shape or form? Defend your answer. Turn in Journal #7 on Google Classroom after today's entry.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
T3 Week #1:
Focus for the week: Review of "elements" in photo composition. Specifically the element of shape.
MONDAY 4-1-18
Warm Up: Start a new journal titled: #7 Photo Journal. What is an element in photography? After defining it, give a couple of examples of elements. Answer using complete sentences in Journal #7.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Explain the difference between photography composition and elements in your own words in Journal #7. Give an example of each in your answer.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
Warm Up: Read the first four paragraphs of the Visual Design: Using Shape in Photography article. Based on what you just read, how could you define shape? Answer in Journal #7 using complete sentences. (If you're struggling with understanding "shape", read the whole article)
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
THURSDAY
Warm Up: Before you go take pictures again today, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using SHAPE to give yourself ideas of what to do today. What do you need to make these pictures happen? Paste at least 3 pictures in your new Journal #7.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Together as a class we will watch a video we watched at the start of Tri 1 again, Have Journal #7 open and be ready to type out what stands out to you this time about the video. What is the main message and what can you apply to your photography to make it better?
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
HAVE A GREAT SPRING BREAK!!
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the all of the elements/effects covered in Trimester 2. Put top photos into a Google Doc and print and add to my portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Use Photoshop to convert pictures to show both special effects: Black & White and Selective Color.
MONDAY 6-17-19
Warm Up: Before you work on planning for your final project today, go online and find examples of pictures you might be able to recreate to give yourself ideas. Also, think about, what do you need to do to make these pictures happen? What kind of a story can you tell? Try to paste an example idea for at least 3 different elements/effects in your Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- REMINDER: No late work accepted for Tri 3 after WEDNESDAY!
- Activity #1: Introduction to T3 Final Project
- Directions/Expectations on Google Classroom
- Rules:
- You may not ask Mrs. Demaris questions - this is a test
- Only use your assigned camera & SD Card
- Extra cameras will be given out after each group has a camera.
- You must set up and take your own pictures with your assigned model
- Quiet - like a mouse.
- Stay away from other classes. One complaint about you sticking your face in a window or door, etc, YOU have to stay in this room to take photos for the rest of the week.
- Boundaries: this end of House 3, NO ENTERING ANY OTHER BUILDINGS, do not cross any roads, stay on campus.
- Tell Mrs. Demaris & your partner what your plan is before you leave and the time you will be back.
- Silver jersey - at all times.
- Set a timer, do not steal time from your partner.
- Rules:
- Directions/Expectations on Google Classroom
- Activity #2: Work time - Final Project
- Step 1 - Add Rubric to your portfolio, create a T3 Final Project folder in Google Drive, & organize ideas in Concept Development Worksheet for how to do final photo shoots
- Concept Development Worksheet Due: TOMORROW (finish before taking pictures)
- Step 2 - Start setting up/taking photos
- Finished Portfolio Due FRIDAY - this is a hard deadline, no exceptions!
- You MUST turn in whatever you have done on FRIDAY.
- Finished Portfolio Due FRIDAY - this is a hard deadline, no exceptions!
- Step 1 - Add Rubric to your portfolio, create a T3 Final Project folder in Google Drive, & organize ideas in Concept Development Worksheet for how to do final photo shoots
TUESDAY
Warm Up: When you look at this picture of a dogs nose, what elements or effects do you see and what makes you think that is what you are seeing? Any rules of composition you can name in this picture as well?
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- REMINDER: No late work accepted for Tri 3 after TOMORROW!
- Wise Words Wednesday - Better Photos TODAY video (on Google Classroom) is due tomorrow.
- Activity #1: Review - what elements do you have a great picture for, what do you still need to take pictures or take better pictures for?
- Activity #2: Work Time - Final Photography Project
- Step 1 - Add Rubric to your portfolio, create a T2 Final Project folder in Google Drive, & organize ideas in Concept Development Worksheet for how to do final photo shoots
- Concept Development Worksheet Due: TODAY (finish before taking pictures)
- Step 2 - Start setting up/taking photos
- Finished Portfolio Due FRIDAY - this is a hard deadline, no exceptions!
- You MUST turn in whatever you have done on FRIDAY.
- Finished Portfolio Due FRIDAY - this is a hard deadline, no exceptions!
- Step 1 - Add Rubric to your portfolio, create a T2 Final Project folder in Google Drive, & organize ideas in Concept Development Worksheet for how to do final photo shoots
- Activity #3: Few Extra Minutes? Work on getting Portfolio caught up, assist someone else in getting theirs caught up, OR get started on the final project!
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Take a look at picture #1 and picture #2. As a photographer, which do you like better and why? Think about the poi, do the changes made from picture 1 to 2 make the poi more obvious or the picture more simple to look at, or does it draw attention away from the poi? Give reasons and defend your answer in Journal #11. Turn in Journal #11 on Google Classroom - DUE - TODAY.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- REMINDER: No late work accepted for Tri 3 after TODAY!
- Wise Words Wednesday - Better Photos TODAY video (on Google Classroom) is due TODAY.
- Activity: Final Photography Project - Work Day
- What effect/element do you still need pictures for?
- Do you have ideas for how to get a better picture then the one you have?
- Portfolio Due: End of Class FRIDAY!
- NO (zero, zip, zilch-o) EXCEPTIONS!!!
- If you want to - try BeFunky to create your collage for this project instead of Google Docs.
- Download the 9 pictures you want to use to the computer.
- Upload those 9 pictures to this program.
- Click the "A" to add text (the rule) over each picture.
THURSDAY
Warm Up: When you look at this picture of a eagle, what elements or effects do you see and what makes you think that is what you are seeing? Any rules of composition you can name in this picture as well? Be ready to answer verbally.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity: Final Photography Project - Work Day
- What effect/element do you still need pictures for?
- Do you have ideas for how to get a better picture then the one you have?
- Portfolio Due: End of Class TOMORROW!
- If you want to - try BeFunky to create your collage for this project instead of Google Docs.
- Download the 9 pictures you want to use to the computer.
- Upload those 9 pictures to this program.
- Click the "A" to add text (the rule) over each picture.
FRIDAY Super Lunch Schedule
Warm Up: What do you still need for your portfolio? Make a list for yourself. Don't be afraid to offer advice and help your neighbor with ideas or suggestions.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity: Final Photography Project - FINAL Work Day
- What effect/element do you still need pictures for?
- Do you have ideas for how to get a better picture then the one you have?
- Portfolio Due: End of Class TODAY!
- If you want to - try BeFunky to create your collage for this project instead of Google Docs.
- Download the 9 pictures you want to use to the computer.
- Upload those 9 pictures to this program.
- Click the "A" to add text (the rule) over each picture.
- Done & Portfolio turned in? Check out extension activities on Google Classroom
- Championship Round - EMS Summertime Film Festival! Watch all 6 movies first - then vote for your favorite!
- Just for fun - here is a link to ALL MOVIES made
MONDAY 6-24-19
Warm Up: Play one of THESE typing games or NitroType quietly for 5 minutes, then start today's photography challenge!
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- ACTIVITY #1: First Annual EMS Summertime Film Festival
- Click the link to vote for your favorite movie!
- Activity #2: Introduction to Extension Activities:
- 1) Video - A day in the life of Raptors Photographer Ron Turenne
- 2) Light and Framing Photography Scavenger Hunt Challenge
- See Directions on Google Classroom
- 3) Photoshop Challenge
TUESDAY Last Day of 2018-2019 School Year!
Warm Up: Play one of THESE typing games quietly for 5 minutes! You may play typing games longer, after checking grades.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Grade Checks - Skyward
- Everything look correct? Ask questions if you have them - this is literally your last chance!!
- Activity #2: Extension Activities all on Google Classroom
- 1) Video - A day in the life of Raptors Photographer Ron Turenne
- 2) Light and Framing Photography Scavenger Hunt Challenge
- See Directions on Google Classroom
- 3) Photoshop Challenge
- 4) Final T2 Quizziz Review game - anyone with an 90% or higher earns a prize!
- REMINDER: Have a great summer and an AMAZING time in high school!
T3 WEEK #10
Focus for the week: Photography including the effect of "Selective Color"
- Success Criteria: Be able to utilize composition rules to take great pictures focused on "Selective Color" in addition to at least one of the 10 rules of composition.
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the all of the elements/effects covered in Trimester 3. Put top photos into a Google Doc and print and add to my portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Use Photoshop to convert pictures to show special effects: Black & White and Selective Color.
MONDAY 6-10-19
Warm Up: Pick a method and then list the steps to converting a picture to selective color that you did in Photoshop. You have an image open, what do you click on next? If you forgot, open Photoshop and figure it out. Answer in Journal #11
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Review of learning target: practice different methods of choosing selective color in a photograph.
- Success Criteria: I can complete the Selective Color Introduction Worksheet and watch and try the techniques from the video as well.
- Activity #2: Work time: complete BOTH Selective Color assignments - video & worksheet on Google Classroom
- DUE TOMORROW, end of class
- If time: Review video and camera:
- How do you shoot in Selective Color?
- What settings should you change on your camera, if any?
- Why to use?
- If time: Review video and camera:
- DUE TOMORROW, end of class
- Activity #3: Last 15 minutes - Work time - begin working on THREE examples in Photoshop
- Save OR Screenshot each - paste all 3 into one Google Doc - Print for Portfolio
- Also, create a new Google Drive Folder called: Selective Color
- Reminder: complete all 4 pages of portfolio for this section.
- Due: end of class TUESDAY
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Before you go take pictures today, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using the Selective Color effect (that you could actually take) to give yourself ideas of what to do today. What do you need to make these pictures happen? Paste at least 3 pictures in your Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Reminder: Only 2 weeks left in this Trimester, no late work will be accepted for Trimester 3 after Wednesday 6/19.
- Activity #1: Work time - Complete Video & questions on Google Classroom & THREE examples in Photoshop
- Save or Screenshot each - paste all 3 into a Google Doc - Print for Portfolio
- Also, create a new Google Drive Folder called: Selective Color
- Reminder: complete all 4 pages of portfolio for this section.
- Due: end of class FRIDAY
- Activity #2: ONLY WHEN DONE - Photo shoot day 1 - 15 minutes each
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures to your "Selective Color" folder in your V:Drive
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Take a look at these 50 examples of Selective Color. Pick one or two pictures that stand out to you, that catch your attention and you find interesting to look at. Explain in Journal #11 why you think you like the picture and what draws you in to the photo.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Wise Wednesday - Go to Google Classroom
- Watch the Better Photos Today video and answer the questions.
- Due: NEXT Wednesday (If you're behind or want to put it off a day or two - you can - just finish it by next Wednesday)
- Activity #2: Review Selective Color as a class - Think/Pair/Share
- What are we looking for when shooting?
- How do you "see the world in black and white"?
- Activity #3: Photo shoot day 1 - 15 minutes each
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures to your "Selective Color" folder in your V:Drive
- Go through pictures and delete blurry or poor pictures
- Drag the images you want to keep to a Selective Color folder in Google Classroom
- Format SC card before you leave today
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
THURSDAY
Warm Up: In your opinion, which is better, between these dog pictures: black & white or selective color? Is black and white too plain or does it draw the viewer in and make them look at the picture longer? Does the color distract from the poi or help draw attention to it? What other reasons can you come up with to defend your answer or how could these pictures be better? Defend your answer in Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Photo-shoot day 2 - 15 minutes each
- Review: Composition - what's in the background or foreground?
- What were the suggestions from the video this week? Or ideas you got from the worksheet?
- Can you use multiple rules of composition?
- Goal: Take at least 25 pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 tomorrow
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures & format SC card before you leave today
- Activity #2: Photoshop Work Time
- Spend extra time today working in Photoshop to add selective color to your best 9 pictures.
FRIDAY
Warm Up: When you look at this picture of a person on the beach, what element(s), that we have covered in class this trimester, are best represented here? Describe in Journal #11 what you see that helps you know. From a photographers perspective, how was the element(s) of photography created in this picture?
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- REMINDER: ONE week until your completed Portfolio needs to be done and turned in! Use your time wisely! Sign up for Eagles Landing!
- REMINDER: No late work accepted for Tri 3 after next WEDNESDAY!
- Activity #1: Grade Checks - Skyward
- Get out your planner and write down all missing work or questions you have for teachers about your grades.
- Activity #2: Work time - Complete the following in order:
- Step 1 - Complete examples and explanations, add to portfolio.
- *Step 2 - Submit your very best picture of Selective Color on Google Classroom. (*Goal: Complete this step today)
- *Step 3 - Organize your top 8 pictures of B&W into a Google Doc titled: B&W Top 8 (*Goal: Complete this step today)
- Print! - Ask Table Leaders for help if needed!
- Add to portfolio
- Step 4 - Show Mrs. Demaris when done (Due: TODAY)
- Step 5 - Help someone else finish. (repeat)
T3 WEEK #9
Focus for the week: Photography including the effect of "BLACK AND WHITE" and introduction to "Selective Color"
- Success Criteria: Be able to utilize composition rules to take great pictures focused on "BLACK AND WHITE" in addition to at least one of the 10 rules of composition.
- Success Criteria: Find magazine examples representing BLACK AND WHITE and add to portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the element of "BLACK AND WHITE". Put top 8 photos showing "BLACK AND WHITE" into a Google Doc and print and add to my portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take very best example with the digital camera focusing on the element of "BLACK AND WHITE" and put it in a Google Doc with an explanation of how it shows the element.
MONDAY 6-3-19
Warm Up: Start a new journal: #11 PHOTO Journal. Before you go take pictures the next couple of days, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using the black and white effect (that you could actually take) to give yourself ideas of what to do. Think about - what do you need to make these pictures happen (lighting/angles/props?)? Paste at least 3 pictures in your Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Wise Words Monday - Go to Google Classroom
- Watch the "Black and White Shooting Tips " video and answer the questions.
- Activity #2: Review
- Review Black and White as a class
- Activity #3: Work time - begin working on THREE B&W practice examples in Photoshop
- Save or Screenshot each - paste all 3 into a Google Doc - Print for Portfolio (instead of magazine examples)
- Also, create a new Google Drive Folder called: B & W
- Reminder: complete all 4 pages of portfolio for this section.
- Due: end of class THURSDAY
- IF DONE with ALL of the above - Photo shoot day 1
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures to your "B&W" folder
- Go through pictures and pick a favorite
- Download pictures & format SC card before you leave today
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Use bullet points to list the steps to either method we have learned for converting a picture to black and white in Photoshop. You have an image open, what do you click on next? If you forgot, open Photoshop and figure it out. Answer in Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- **READ ME: Mrs. Demaris will be gone today, the expectation is you will be on your VERY best behavior! Ask your table leaders if you have questions.
- Rules - Use your own SD card, STAY between house 3 and 4, if you can't see the guest teacher you're out of bounds for today! Stay where you can be seen.
- Double check that you have cleaned up and put everything away at the end of class.
- IF you break the rules you will not be allowed out of class to take pictures the rest of the year. If you don't put stuff away you will not be allowed to use it.
- Activity: Photo-shoot day 2 - 20 minutes each
- Review: Composition - what's in the background or foreground?
- What were the suggestions from the video this week? Or ideas you got from the worksheet?
- Can you use multiple rules of composition?
- Goal: Take at least 25 pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 tomorrow
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures & format SC card before you leave today
- Review: Composition - what's in the background or foreground?
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: What rules of composition do you see in this black and white photo? List as many as you can and a quick description of what you're seeing to represent that rule in Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Sub Day Recap...
- Activity: Photoshop Work Day
- Downloading from Google Drive to V:Drive
- Work on choosing which of your pictures from this week you want to convert to black and white in Photoshop (you need 9)
- Transition all NINE images to black and white (1 best example - 8 good examples)
- Save B&W images to your V:drive
- Insert the 8 images to a Google Doc - with a title: Black and White Top 8
- Add your favorite to a Google Doc with a title: Best Example - Black and White, and a paragraph explaining why you like the picture and how you think using the effect of black and white makes the picture better then in color.
- Downloading from Google Drive to V:Drive
- Due: End of class tomorrow
THURSDAY
Warm Up: Now that you've had a bit more experience with it, explain why a photographer might want to use color instead of black and white OR black and white instead of color in your own words in Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: File Clean Up
- Delete extra items/old assignments you don't want anymore from the V:drive to make room
- Don't delete everything, but please delete things you don't want/need anymore
- ACTIVITY #2: Work Time - Complete B&W section of portfolio
- "Black and White" section of Portfolio - 4 complete pages DUE TODAY
- Complete the following in order:
- Step 1 - Complete examples and explanations, add to portfolio.
- Step 2 - Submit your very best picture of BLACK AND WHITE on Google Classroom & print for portfolio.
- *Step 3 - Edit and Organize your top 8 pictures of Black and White into a Google Doc titled: Black and White - Top 8 (*Goal: Complete this step today)
- Print! - Ask Table Leaders for help if needed!
- Add to portfolio
- Step 4 - Show Mrs. Demaris when done (Due: TODAY)
- Step 5 - Help someone else finish. (repeat)
- Finished Early?: Work in Typing Club for a few minutes or check your grades on Skyward then play a game from the "Finished Early" tab.
FRIDAY
Warm Up: What rules of composition do you see in this black and white beach photo? List as many as you can and a quick description of what you're seeing to represent that rule in Journal #11.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Grade Checks - Skyward
- Get out your planner and write down all missing work or questions you have for teachers about your grades.
- You have two weeks left in this class, get missing work turned in!
- Activity: Introduction to new EFFECT rule of the week - Selective Color
- Add rubric sheet to portfolio
- Google Classroom ASSIGNMENTS:
- #1: Complete the Selective Color Introduction Worksheet
- DO NOT watch the video "How to Create Selective Color" until AFTER completing this worksheet.
- Worksheet DUE: end of class MONDAY
- #2: Selective Color Video
- Watch the "How to Create a Selective Color Effect " video and answer the questions.
- Due: TUESDAY, end of class
- #1: Complete the Selective Color Introduction Worksheet
T3 WEEK #8
Focus for the beginning of the week: Photography including the element of "PERSPECTIVE" with an emphasis on "forced" perspective.
- Success Criteria: Be able to utilize composition rules to take great pictures focused on "PERSPECTIVE" in addition to at least one of the 10 rules of composition.
- Success Criteria: Find magazine examples representing PERSPECTIVE and add to portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the element of "PERSPECTIVE - Forced". Put top 8 photos showing "PERSPECTIVE - Forced" into a Google Doc and print and add to my portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take very best example with the digital camera focusing on the element of "Forced Perspective" and put it in a Google Doc with an explanation of how it shows the element.
MONDAY
~NO SCHOOL~
TUESDAY 5-28-19
Warm Up: How could you explain the difference viewpoints, why might you use a different viewpoint, answer in your own words in Journal #10.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Photo shoot day 3 - 20 minutes each
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures to your "PERSPECTIVE" folder
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- Last day for Forced Perspective pictures
- REMINDER: Due tomorrow - all 6 pages of perspective section of portfolio and best forced perspective picture on Google Classroom.
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: You are hired by an ice cream truck company to show off how fun and delicious their ice cream is. Which of the 4 viewpoints (Bird/Bug/First/Eye) would you use to show this? Name the viewpoint and explain how and why you think it would be best. Defend your answer in 2-4 sentences in Journal #10.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Wise Wednesday - Go to Google Classroom
- Watch the Day in the Life: Police Photographer video and answer the questions. (Some of you already watched this last Friday - you do not need to do it again.)
- Activity #2: Work Day - Complete the following in order:
- Step 1 - Complete examples and explanations, add to portfolio.
- Step 2 - Submit your very best picture of FORCED PERSPECTIVE on Google Classroom. (*Goal: Complete this step today) & print for portfolio. (Due: TODAY)
- Step 3 - Organize your top 8 pictures of FORCED PERSPECTIVE into a Google Doc titled: PERSPECTIVE - Forced - Top 8 (*Goal: Finish this step today)
- Print! - Ask Table Leaders for help if needed!
- Add to portfolio
- Step 4 - Show Mrs. Demaris when done (Due: TODAY)
- Step 5 - Help someone else finish. (repeat)
- Finished? Free time as a thank you for great sub report and working hard to get assignments done on time!!
Focus for the rest of the week: Photography including the effect of "BLACK AND WHITE"
- Success Criteria: Be able to utilize composition rules to take great pictures focused on "BLACK AND WHITE" in addition to at least one of the 10 rules of composition.
- Success Criteria: Find magazine examples representing BLACK AND WHITE and add to portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the element of "BLACK AND WHITE". Put top 8 photos showing "BLACK AND WHITE" into a Google Doc and print and add to my portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take very best example with the digital camera focusing on the element of "BLACK AND WHITE" and put it in a Google Doc with an explanation of how it shows the element.
THURSDAY
Warm Up: What is some advice, that has to do with photography, that you would give to a new photography student? Something you wished you would have known or took you awhile to figure out. Be descriptive and helpful, not sarcastic please.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity: Introduction to new EFFECT rule - BLACK AND WHITE
- Google Classroom ASSIGNMENTS:
- #1: Watch the Edpuzzle - Why B & W photography? video and answer questions(need to get 50% or better to earn points for the video)
- #2: Complete the Black & White Thoughts worksheet
- Both Assignments Due: end of class tomorrow
- Google Classroom ASSIGNMENTS:
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Explain why a photographer might want to use black and white instead of color in your own words in Journal #10. Turn in Journal #10 on Google Classroom today.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Grade Checks - Skyward
- Get out your planner and write down all missing work or questions you have for teachers about your grades.
- Activity #2: Review of learning target: Take pictures focusing the effect: BLACK AND WHITE
- Success Criteria: I can take quality pictures in black and white and at least one other rule of composition practiced so far in this class.
- Brainstorm with neighbor - come up with ideas for how to use all the rules we have already done PLUS add in this new effect.
- Success Criteria: I can take quality pictures in black and white and at least one other rule of composition practiced so far in this class.
- Activity #3: Work time: complete BOTH Black and White assignments - video & worksheet on Google Classroom
- DUE TODAY, end of class
- If time: Review video and camera:
- How do you shoot in B & W?
- Are there settings should you change on your camera?
- Why to use B&W?
- If time: Review video and camera:
- DUE TODAY, end of class
- Activity #4: IF TIME - Last 15 minutes - Photoshop
- Introduction to Black and White transitions in Photoshop
- Resource Video is on Google Classroom if you need extra help
T3 WEEK #7
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "PERSPECTIVE" with an emphasis on "forced" perspective.
- Success Criteria: Be able to utilize composition rules to take great pictures focused on "PERSPECTIVE" in addition to at least one of the 10 rules of composition.
- Success Criteria: Find magazine examples representing PERSPECTIVE and add to portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the element of "PERSPECTIVE - Forced". Put top 8 photos showing "PERSPECTIVE - Forced" into a Google Doc and print and add to my portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take very best example with the digital camera focusing on the element of "Forced Perspective" and put it in a Google Doc with an explanation of how it shows the element.
MONDAY 5-20-19
Warm Up: Start a new Journal: #10 PHOTO Journal. Take a look at the "Get Up High or Look High" section of this Perspective in Photography article. What does getting up high allow you to do? What emotion or feeling will the viewer feel when looking at pictures taken from above? Answer, using your own words, in Journal #10.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: "Perspective - Viewpoint/Vanishing Point" section of Portfolio - 4 complete pages
- Turn in Best Example picture on Google Classroom
- All DUE: TODAY
- Requirement: Show Mrs. Demaris to have portfolio progress checked off
- Activity #2: Get Started on Perspective - Part 2 - Forced: Learn Day - Read & Watch
- Step 1 - Go to Edpuzzle - watch the Forced Perspective video & complete questions (50% correct or higher to pass) on Forced Perspective.
- Step 2 - Read the article, then answer the questions, of Forced Perspective on Google Classroom.
- BOTH DUE: WEDNESDAY
- If you finish early, you'll have more time to take pictures!
- Extra time? Take more pictures, work on other homework or play a typing game.
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Use bullet points to make numbers 1-6 in your Journal #10. In the following link, each of the 6 rules talked about in class for "Perspective" are represented. Decide which picture fits with which rule. Click: So Many Perspectives to start the quiz.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Review of learning target - Learn about, then take, pictures focusing the element: PERSPECTIVE - Forced
- Success Criteria: I can take quality pictures that represent the different types of FORCED PERSPECTIVE and at least one other rule of composition practiced so far in this class.
- Brainstorm with neighbor - come up with ideas for how to use all the rules we have already done PLUS add in this new element.
- Success Criteria: I can take quality pictures that represent the different types of FORCED PERSPECTIVE and at least one other rule of composition practiced so far in this class.
- Activity #2: Learn Day - Read & Watch
- Step 1 - Go to Edpuzzle - watch the Forced Perspective video & complete questions (50% correct or higher to pass) on Forced Perspective.
- Step 2 - Read the article, then answer the questions, of Forced Perspective on Google Classroom.
- BOTH DUE: FRIDAY
- Activity #3: Photo shoot time - if portfolio check off is perfect - otherwise, work on completing any missing sections of portfolio!
WEDNESDAY
~~8th Grade Field Trip~~
THURSDAY
Warm Up: How could you explain the difference between Forced Perspective and Viewpoint in your own words in Journal #10.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Photo shoot day 2 - 20 minutes each
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures to your "PERSPECTIVE" folder
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- REMINDER: Last day to take Forced Perspective pictures
- Mrs. Demaris will be gone tomorrow - expectations...No cameras - work on your portfolio, video & worksheet!
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Click on the link and look at examples of pictures of the same mountain (Mount Rainier). You have been hired by Mt Rainier National Forest Hiking Club to take a picture for their brochure that shows both the beauty and power of this mountain. In Journal #10, copy and paste an example of the type of photo you would try to recreate. Under the picture, explain what perspective you would use and what you would include in the picture and why.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- **READ ME: Mrs. Demaris will be gone today, the expectation is you will be on your VERY best behavior! Voices should be at a 1 or lower all period. Do the following activities in order. Ask your table leaders if you have questions.
- Activity #1: Grade Checks - Skyward
- Everything look correct? Write questions down if you have them!
- DUE TODAY: Edpuzzle - Forced Perspective video, also read the article & answer the questions: both on Google Classroom.
- Activity #2: Work time - Complete the following in order:
- *Step 1 - If you have one, submit your very best picture of FORCED PERSPECTIVE on Google Classroom.
- (*Goal: Complete this step today) & print for portfolio.
- *Step 2 - Organize your top pictures of FORCED PERSPECTIVE into a Google Doc titled: PERSPECTIVE - Forced - Top 8
- (*Goal: START this step today)
- If done: Print! - Ask Table Leaders for help if needed!
- Add to portfolio
- We will take more pictures Monday, just organize what you have so you're ready to add your pictures from Monday.
- LOOK FOR IDEAS for Monday!! Write ideas down or put examples of ideas in a Google Doc! You need 9!
- (*Goal: START this step today)
- Step 4 - Help someone else finish. (repeat)
- *Step 1 - If you have one, submit your very best picture of FORCED PERSPECTIVE on Google Classroom.
- Activity #3: ONLY IF YOU ARE CAUGHT UP= Quizziz Quiz OR Create a Movie Poster in Photoshop (See Google Classroom for either!)
- Prizes Tuesday for anyone with a 90% or higher!!
- Take as many times as you can to get the best score!
T3 WEEK #6
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "PERSPECTIVE" with an emphasis on vanishing point and the main 4 points of view.
- Success Criteria: Be able to utilize composition rules to take great pictures focused on "PERSPECTIVE" using all 4 points of view and including at least one vanishing point.
- Success Criteria: Find magazine examples representing PERSPECTIVE and add to portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the element of "PERSPECTIVE". Put top 8 photos showing "PERSPECTIVE - vanishing point/point of view" into a Google Doc and print and add to my portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take very best example with the digital camera focusing on the element of "PERSPECTIVE" and put it in a Google Doc with an explanation of how it shows the element.
MONDAY 5-13-19
Warm Up: What is one new thing you learned about Texture over the last two weeks. Answer in Journal #9 using complete sentences.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- REMINDER: Pop Quiz Retakes - FRIDAY
- Activity #1: Introduction to new composition rule of the week - PERSPECTIVE
- Get rubric handout in class - discuss and add definitions
- Go check out - Leading lines/Vanishing Points and Point of View
- Activity #2: Work time:
- Begin searching magazines for FOUR examples
- Create a new Google Drive Folder called: PERSPECTIVE
- Reminder: all FIVE pages of portfolio need to be completed by end of class NEXT Friday.
- Finished Early? Start the "PERSPECTIVE - HOW TO" worksheet on Google Classroom.
- Due: FRIDAY
TUESDAY
Warm Up: List the four types of "viewpoint" we talked about yesterday in class for "Perspective" and describe each in your own words in Journal #9.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Review of learning target: Find example of and take pictures focusing the element: PERSPECTIVE
- Success Criteria: I can take quality pictures that represent the different types of PERSPECTIVE focusing on the 4 different viewpoints and finding vanishing points.
- Brainstorm with neighbor - come up with ideas for how to use all the rules we have already done PLUS add in this new element.
- Success Criteria: I can take quality pictures that represent the different types of PERSPECTIVE focusing on the 4 different viewpoints and finding vanishing points.
- Activity #2: Work day - Complete the following in order:
- Complete magazine examples and explanations, add to portfolio. (GOAL: Complete this step today)
- Create a new folder called: PERSPECTIVE in Google Drive
- Go to Google Classroom - fill out the PERSPECTIVE - HOW TO worksheet
- Worksheet Due: FRIDAY
- Activity #3: Photo shoot time (if examples and explanations are in portfolio and worksheet completed and turned in)
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Before you go take pictures today, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using different viewpoint perspectives to give yourself ideas of what to do today. What do you need to make these pictures happen? Paste at least 3 pictures in your Journal #9.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Wise Wednesday - Go to Google Classroom
- Watch both the POV & Using Vanishing Points videos and answer the questions.
- Activity #2: Work Time
- First: Finish and turn in PERSPECTIVE - HOW TO worksheet (on Google Classroom)
- Second: Photo shoot day 1 - 15 minutes each
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures FOCUSING ON ALL 4 POINTS OF VIEW AND LEADING LINES/VANISHING POINT so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures to your "PERSPECTIVE" folder
- Go through pictures and pick a favorite
- Download pictures & format SC card before you leave today
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures FOCUSING ON ALL 4 POINTS OF VIEW AND LEADING LINES/VANISHING POINT so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
THURSDAY
Warm Up: What did you do this week or what do you plan to do today to change up your perspective as you take pictures? Do you think it helped you capture more interesting pictures? Answer in Journal #9.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- REMINDER: Pop Quiz Retakes - TOMORROW
- Activity #1: Photo shoot day 2 - 20 minutes each
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures FOCUSING ON ALL 4 POINTS OF VIEW AND LEADING LINES/VANISHING POINT so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures to your "PERSPECTIVE" folder
- Go through pictures and pick a favorite
- Download pictures & format SC card before you leave today
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures FOCUSING ON ALL 4 POINTS OF VIEW AND LEADING LINES/VANISHING POINT so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- Activity #2: Work time - Complete the following in order:
- Step 1 - Complete examples and explanations, add to portfolio.
- *Step 2 - Submit your very best picture of PERSPECTIVE - Viewpoint/Vanishing Point on Google Classroom. (*Goal: Complete this step today)
- Best picture of PERSPECTIVE - Viewpoint/Vanishing Point
- Due: FRIDAY
- Best picture of PERSPECTIVE - Viewpoint/Vanishing Point
- *Step 3 - Organize your top 8 pictures of PERSPECTIVE - Viewpoint/Vanishing Point into a Google Doc titled: PERSPECTIVE Top 8 - Viewpoint/Vanishing Point (*Goal: Start this step today)
- Print! - Ask Table Leaders for help if needed!
- Add to portfolio
- Step 4 - Show Mrs. Demaris when done (Due: MONDAY)
- Step 5 - Help someone else finish. (repeat)
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Take a look at the "Get Low" section of this Perspective in Photography article. What does getting down low allow you to do? What emotion or feeling will the viewer feel when looking at pictures taken from below looking up? Answer, using your own words, in Journal #9. Turn in Journal #9 on Google Classroom after today's warm up. DUE TODAY.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Grade Checks - Skyward
- Get out your planner and write down all missing work or questions you have for teachers about your grades.
- Activity #2: Pop Quiz Retakes - OPTIONAL
- Activity #3: "Perspective - Viewpoint/Vanishing Point" section of Portfolio - 4 complete pages
- DUE: MONDAY
- Requirement: Show Mrs. Demaris to have portfolio progress checked off
- Also: PERSPECTIVE - HOW TO worksheet - DUE TODAY on Google Classroom
- Extra time? Take more pictures, work on other homework or play a typing game.
T3 WEEK #5
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "PERSPECTIVE".
- Success Criteria: Be able to utilize composition rules to take great pictures focused on "PERSPECTIVE".
- Success Criteria: Find magazine examples representing PERSPECTIVE and add to portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the element of "PERSPECTIVE". Put top 8 photos showing "PERSPECTIVE" into a Google Doc and print and add to my portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take very best example with the digital camera focusing on the element of "PERSPECTIVE" and put it in a Google Doc with an explanation of how it shows the element.
MONDAY 5-6-19
Warm Up: Start a new journal: #9 PHOTO Journal. How would you describe the difference between texture and pattern? Can you think of an example of where both might be present in a picture? Include an example from online or your pictures if you have one. Describe and defend your answer in Journal #9.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity: Work Day
- "TEXTURE" section of Portfolio - 4 complete pages
- DUE: TODAY
- ALSO DUE TODAY: "Best Of" photo example of this weeks element on Google Classroom.
- Ahead? ~EC~ for 3 "spring" pictures added to the end of texture section.
- "TEXTURE" section of Portfolio - 4 complete pages
- Finished Early? Do the following, in order:
- Double check that you have ALL 4 parts (rubric including definitions/magazine examples& explanations/Grid of 8 pictures/best picture example with paragraph) for each of the 2nd trimester sections: Shape, Form, Pattern, and Texture.
- Help your neighbor
- Work in Typing Club OR NitroType OR play around with editing your photos in Photoshop - try changing up the hue and saturation and see what happens!
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Describe one or two new things you have learned over the last four lessons focusing on elements in Photography. It can be a camera function or how to achieve a certain type of photo or even what some of the elements mean. Be specific and descriptive in your answer in Journal #9.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Pop Quiz
- Do not start until Mrs. Demaris says it is time.
- Activity #2: Introduction to Photoshop Textures Assignment: Combo #1
- Start by opening the assignment on Google Classroom and reading the introduction together as a class.
- Next, watch the video on Edpuzzle (link on Google Classroom with the assignment page & directions) and try the practice activity
- Talk to Mrs. Demaris if you think you will need photo shoot time - if needed
- Goal: Take pictures of texture or people/object to put the texture over
- OR go through your pictures and find two pictures: 1) a textured picture you like and 2) a picture of a person/object to use
- See example of what adding texture looks like.
- Due: Thursday
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Describe the process of adding texture over another picture in Photoshop, what are you doing when you do this? Answer in Journal #9
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Learning time - combining pictures on Photoshop
- Work on practice activity together with pictures from Photography Resources folder
- Activity #2: Work time - Photoshop - Combo #1
- Complete the "Show You Know" portion of Combo #1 on Google Classroom
- Due: Thursday
- Finished Early?
- Help your neighbor
- Work in Typing Club or edit your photos in Photoshop
THURSDAY
Warm Up: What is the point of using Photoshop to add texture to a picture? Answer in Journal #9 using complete sentences.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Work Time - Photoshop Combo #1
- Complete the "Show You Know" and Questions sections and turn in Photoshop - Combo #1 on Google Classroom
- Due: TODAY
- If you don't finish, sign up for Eagles Landing!
- Activity #2: Extra time? Choose from the following options:
- HELP your neighbor
- EXTENSION activity - Combo #2
- See Google Classroom for worksheet and directions.
- WORK in Typing Club or play around editing your photos in Photoshop to see what you can create!
FRIDAY
Warm Up: What is one new thing you learned to do in Photoshop this week that you might be able to use on your own pictures later? Answer in Journal #9 using complete sentences.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Grade Checks - Skyward
- Get out your planner and write down all missing work or questions you have for teachers about your grades.
- Activity #2: Photography Challenge
- Cameras randomly assigned
- You have 30 minutes to take FOUR distinctly different pictures of ONE object that demonstrates SHAPE, FORM, PATTERN, and TEXTURE.
- Drop all 4 pictures into a Google Doc with a title next to each of what it is and turn in on Google Classroom before you leave today!
T3 WEEK #4
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "TEXTURE".
- Success Criteria: Be able to utilize composition rules to take great pictures focused on "TEXTURE".
- Success Criteria: Find magazine examples representing TEXTURE and add to portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the element of "TEXTURE". Put top 8 photos showing "TEXTURE" into a Google Doc and print and add to my portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take very best example with the digital camera focusing on the element of "TEXTURE" and put it in a Google Doc with an explanation of how it shows the element.
MONDAY 4-29-19
Warm Up: Imagine you are talking to someone new to photography, how would you describe the differences between shape, form and pattern? In your answer include suggestions for how to achieve all 3. Answer in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- REMINDER: Mrs. Demaris will be sending a progress report home on THURSDAY for anyone with a 79% or lower in class after grades are entered from Wednesday.
- Sign up for Eagles Landing and get yourself caught up!
- Activity #1: Introduction to new composition rule of the week - TEXTURE
- ASSIGNMENT:
- Handout (Rubric) in class - add to portfolio
- Watch Texture video and answer questions on Google Classroom
- Also on Google Classroom - read the article called "TEXTURE - HOW TO" & answer the questions in the worksheet
- All 3: DUE - end of class tomorrow
- ASSIGNMENT:
- Activity #2: IF TIME - Work time - begin searching magazines for two examples
- Also, create a new Google Drive folder in your Trimester 2 folder called: TEXTURE
- Reminder: all 4 pages of portfolio need to be completed by end of class Friday.
- Finished Early? Check your grades on Skyward - work on any homework/missing work.
TUESDAY Top Flight Awards - 2nd Period
Warm Up: Without looking at your notes from yesterday or asking your BFF Google, define "TEXTURE" and how to help yourself create it in your photography in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Review of learning target: Learn about, find examples of, then take pictures focusing on the element - TEXTURE
- Success Criteria: I can take quality pictures that represent texture and at least one other rule of composition practiced so far in this class.
- Brainstorm with neighbor - come up with ideas for how to use all the rules we have already done PLUS add in this new element.
- Activity #2: Work day - GOAL: Complete all three of the following today **You will not be able to shoot tomorrow if ALL of these are not done, get them done please!**
- 1) Texture Article and Worksheet on Google Classroom
- 2) Intro to Texture Video on Google Classroom
- 3) Portfolio - find and add magazine examples and explanations for texture.
- Activity #3: Work in Typing Club, play around in Photoshop editing your pictures to make them better, or check your grades on Skyward and turn in or work on any missing/incomplete work.
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Which of these pictures shows texture best? Picture #1 or Picture #2. Defend your answer, using specifics about what you are seeing that makes the picture a good example of texture, in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Wise Words Wednesday
- Watch the Visual Storytelling for Photojournalists video on Edpuzzle.
- Complete all three of the following **You will not be able to go out and shoot until ALL of these are done, get them done please!**
- 1) Texture Article and Worksheet on Google Classroom
- 2) Intro to Texture Video on Google Classroom
- 3) Portfolio - add rubric page. Next, find and add magazine examples and explanations for texture.
- Activity #3: Go outside and take Texture pictures!
- Finished with a few minutes to spare? Work in Typing Club, play around in Photoshop editing your pictures to make them better, or check your grades on Skyward and turn in or work on any missing/incomplete work.
THURSDAY
Warm Up: You're helping someone who is starting to learn about "elements" in photography, how do you describe the difference between elements and composition in Photography? Use complete sentences and give at least two specific examples of each in your answer in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- REMINDER: Mrs. Demaris will be sending a progress report home TODAY for anyone with a 79% or lower in class TODAY.
- DUE: TOMORROW
- Graded assignment - Required back with a signature by TOMORROW for students with a 79% or lower
- Optional extra credit for 80% or higher - tomorrow only
- SIDE NOTE - In the video yesterday, the swirling night sky - this is created by...??
- Activity #1: Photo shoot day - 20 minutes each - Story Telling/Interesting to look at??
- Success Criteria: I can take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Expectation: Use the whole time to take as many pictures as possible. The only way to get better is to PRACTICE!
- Thing to try: different angles, changing up the lighting, arranging things on purpose
- Download pictures to your "TEXTURE" folder
- Go through pictures and pick a favorite
- Format SC card before you leave today
- Success Criteria: I can take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Take a look at this image. Does it show shape, form, pattern, texture or a combination? Defend your answer. Turn in Journal #8 TODAY on Google Classroom.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- REMINDER: Signed Progress reports DUE TODAY
- Activity #1: Grade Checks - Skyward
- Get out your planner and write down all missing work or questions you have for teachers about your grades.
- REMINDER: Mrs. Demaris will be sending an email and/or calling home for anyone with a 65% or lower in class after grades are entered from today. Turn work in - even if it is only partially completed! TURN WORK IN!
- Activity #2: Go outside and take TEXTURE pictures!
- Expectation: Use the whole time to take as many pictures as possible. The only way to get better is to PRACTICE!
- Thing to try: different angles, changing up the lighting, arranging things on purpose
- Download pictures to your "TEXTURE" folder
- Go through pictures and pick a favorite
- Format SC card before you leave today
- Expectation: Use the whole time to take as many pictures as possible. The only way to get better is to PRACTICE!
- Activity #3: "TEXTURE" section of Portfolio - 4 complete pages
- DUE: MONDAY
- Show Mrs. Demaris to have it checked off
- Also DUE MONDAY: "Best Of" photo example of this weeks element on Google Classroom.
- Story telling? How did we do this week?
- Extra time? Choose a typing game from the Finished Early tab and play for the rest of class!
T3 WEEK #3
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "pattern".
- Success Criteria: Be able to utilize composition rules to take great pictures focused on "pattern".
- Success Criteria: Find magazine examples representing patterns and add to portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the element of "pattern". Put top 8 photos showing "pattern" into a Google Doc and print and add to my portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take very best example with the digital camera focusing on the element of "pattern" and put it in a Google Doc with an explanation of how it shows the element.
MONDAY 4-22-19
Warm Up: Start a new Journal: #8 PHOTO Journal. Take a look at this image, would this be a good example of shape or form? Explain. If neither, what element maybe would it be a better example of and why? If you have time, describe all the "elements" you see represented in this picture. Answer in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- READ ME: Mrs. Demaris is out sick today. The expectation is you will be on your VERY best behavior and quietly do the assigned work for today. Sit in your own seat and stay in your own seat. Ask a table leader or someone next to you if you need help. You can do today's assignments, just read and follow the directions. Students that are kind wonderful people, who get their work done, and stay on task will be rewarded with free time later this week! No one may use the cameras today.
- Activity #1: Quick review: take the Quizziz Quiz on Google Classroom.
- Earn participation points by completing the quiz by end of class today!
- You may take the quiz as many times as you like, anyone with a 90% or higher will earn an extra reward when Mrs. Demaris gets back!
- Activity #2: "Form" section of Portfolio - 4 complete pages
- DUE: TODAY
- ALSO DUE TODAY: "Best Of" photo example of this weeks element on Google Classroom.
- Activity #3: Finished Early? - Individually start the introduction to new composition rule of the week: PATTERN
- 1) Handout in class - on silver filer
- 2) Go to Google Classroom - read the article called "PATTERN - HOW TO" & answer the questions
- Review article and discuss "how to":
- What settings should you change on your camera?
- When to use?
- How to achieve?
- Review article and discuss "how to":
- Work time - begin searching magazines for three examples
- Also, create a new Google Drive folder in your Trimester 2 folder called: PATTERN
- Reminder: all 4 pages of portfolio need to be completed by end of class Friday.
- Finished Early? Check your grades on Skyward - work on any homework/missing work.
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Without looking at your notes or asking your BFF Google, try to define "pattern" in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- READ ME: Mrs. Demaris is out sick again today. The expectation is you will be on your VERY best behavior and quietly do the assigned work for today. Sit in your own seat and stay in your own seat. Ask a table leader or someone next to you if you need help. You can do today's assignments, just read and follow the directions. Students that are kind wonderful people, who get their work done, and stay on task will be rewarded with free time later this week! No one may use the cameras today.
- Activity #1: Intro to Photography Element - Pattern
- Step 1: Go to Google Classroom - read the article called "PATTERN - HOW TO" & answer the questions
- Step 2: Add Rubric to Portfolio.
- Step 3: Find and add magazine examples and explanations to Portfolio.
- Complete all of Activity #1 before moving on to Activity #2.
- Activity #2: Story time!
- Part of being a good photographer is being a good story teller! Complete the following in order to practice your story telling skills:
- Step 1 - Find an image online or use a picture you took for this class.
- Step 2 - In a Google Doc, paste/insert the picture, then write a story about the picture.
- 3-6 sentences (or more) using as much detail as possible to describe all of the following: Who, What, When, Where, and Why.
- Step 3 - Have someone read it and tell you if they can find who, what, when, where, and why in your story. What needs to be added to your story?
- Make any changes based on suggestions of your partner and as needed!
- Step 4 - Submit your story on Google Classroom.
- Turn in what you write today, completed or not. TURN IT IN!
- Part of being a good photographer is being a good story teller! Complete the following in order to practice your story telling skills:
- Finished Early? Work in Typing Club for a few minutes or check your grades on Skyward, turn in or work on any missing work.
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Before you go take pictures again today, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using "pattern" to give yourself ideas of what to do today. As you're looking at examples, think about what you need to do make these pictures happen. Paste at least 3 pictures in your Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- READ ME: Mrs. Demaris is out sick again today. The expectation is you will be on your VERY best behavior and quietly do the assigned work for today. Sit in your own seat and stay in your own seat. Ask a table leader or someone next to you if you need help. You can do today's assignments, just read and follow the directions. Students that are kind wonderful people, who get their work done, and stay on task will be rewarded with free time later this week! You msy use the cameras today.
- Activity #1: Wise Wednesday - Go to Google Classroom
- Watch the Wise Words Wednesday - Pattern video then answer the questions.
- Due: Today
- Extra time? Watch the second video with examples of patterns in nature.
- Activity #2: Review with a shoulder partner the ways to achieve Pattern - included in yesterdays article
- Activity #3: Photo-shoot day - 15-ish minutes each
- RULES: Shoot ONLY in class or in the pod directly out the back window.
- Focus on getting the BEST examples you can for pattern today
- Think back to the video from Trimester 1 with Mr. Ortiz saying you didn't need talent to be a great photographer, but you do need to practice. A lot!
- Review: Composition - what's in the background?
- What were the suggestions from the video today?
- Can you use multiple rules?
- Can/should you use fast or slow shutter speed?
- Can you tell a story?
- Is your picture interesting to look at, what can you do to make it interesting??
- Goal: Take at least 25 pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 tomorrow
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures & format SD card before you leave today
THURSDAY Spirit Assembly Schedule
Warm Up: Take a look at this bookshelf, would it be a good example of pattern or not? Defend your answer in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity: Photo shoot day - 20 minutes each - Focus: Pattern
- Success Criteria: I can take at least 25 or more pictures so I can narrow down to my top 9 tomorrow
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Expectation: Use the whole time to take as many pictures as possible. The only way to get better is to PRACTICE!
- Thing to try: different angles, changing up the lighting, arranging things on purpose
- Download pictures to your "PATTERN" folder
- Go through pictures and pick a favorite if time today
- Download pictures & format SC card before you leave today
- Success Criteria: I can take at least 25 or more pictures so I can narrow down to my top 9 tomorrow
Warm Up: Take a look at this image. Does it show shape, form, pattern or a combination? Defend your answer in Journal #8.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Grade Checks - Skyward
- Get out your planner and write down all missing work or questions you have for teachers about your grades.
- Activity #2: "Pattern" section of Portfolio - 4 complete pages
- DUE: TODAY
- Show Mrs. Demaris to have it checked off
- ALSO DUE TODAY: "Best Of" photo example of this weeks element on Google Classroom.
- Story telling? How did we do this week?
- Activity #3: Finished early? Free time for great sub report!!
T3 WEEK #2
Focus for the week: Photography including the element of "form".
- Success Criteria: Be able to utilize composition rules to take great pictures focused on "form".
- Success Criteria: Find magazine examples representing the rule of form and add to portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the element of "form". Put top 8 photos showing "form" into a Google Doc and print and add to my portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take very best example with the digital camera focusing on the element of "form" and put it in a Google Doc with an explanation of how it shows the element form.
MONDAY 4-15-19
Warm Up: Take a look at this ROCK image, would this be a good example of "shape"? Try to remember how to define shape, does this fit the rules for shape? If yes, explain why/how. If no, what element maybe would it be a better example of and why? Answer in Journal #7.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity: Shape section of Portfolio - 4 complete pages
- REMEMBER TO:
- Turn in "Best Of" Picture on Google Classroom
- This can NOT be one of your 8, must be a 9th picture
- Organize 8 of your best shape pictures from last week into a Google Doc, print and put in Portfolio
- Put "Best" shape picture on it's own Google Doc, add a title above, below type why/how the picture is a good example of shape and why you like this and think it is your best picture. Print and add to your Portfolio.
- Did you remember to type and add explanations for your magazine examples?
- Turn in "Best Of" Picture on Google Classroom
- DUE: TODAY
- Show Mrs. Demaris to have it checked off
- REMEMBER TO:
Warm Up: Without looking at your notes from last week or asking your BFF Google, try to define "form" in Journal #7.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Introduction to new composition rule of the week - FORM
- 1) Rubric handout in class - Add to your Portfolio
- 2) Go to Google Classroom - watch video called FORM & answer the questions
- 3) Use the Form-How To article to help you fill out the worksheet.
- Review video, article and discuss "how to":
- What settings should you change on your camera?
- When to use?
- Why to use?
- Review video, article and discuss "how to":
- Activity #2: Work time - begin searching magazines for two examples
- Add examples and explanations for each of how it is an example of form to your Portfolio.
- Also, create a new Google Drive Folder called: FORM
- Reminder: all 4 pages of portfolio need to be completed by end of class Friday.
WEDNESDAY
Warm Up: Before you go take pictures today, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using "form" to give yourself ideas of what to do today. As you're looking at examples, think about what you need to do make these pictures happen. Paste at least 3 pictures in your new Journal #7.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Wise Words Wednesday - Go to Google Classroom
- Watch both short videos, check out the website for "Joel Sartore on the Photo Ark", then answer the questions.
- Due: Today
- Activity #2: Review of learning target: Take pictures focusing the element: Form (Review How to!)
- Success Criteria: I can take quality pictures that represent form and at least one other rule of composition practiced so far in this class.
- Brainstorm with neighbor - come up with ideas for how to use all the rules we have already done PLUS add in this new element.
- Success Criteria: I can take quality pictures that represent form and at least one other rule of composition practiced so far in this class.
- Activity #3: Work time - Complete the following first:
- Complete magazine examples and explanations, add to portfolio.
- Photo shoot time - ONLY after examples and explanations are in portfolio & you have shown Mrs. Demaris
THURSDAY
Warm Up: Go online and search for a fruit or animal of your choice. Find an example of both "form" and "shape" for the same thing - see example. Paste these example pictures in your Journal #7 with a title next to each stating which it is - form or shape.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Photo shoot day - 20 minutes each
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures to your "FORM" folder
- Go through pictures and pick a favorite
- Download pictures & format SC card before you leave today
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- Activity #2: Work time - Complete the following in order:
- Step 1 - Complete examples and explanations, add to portfolio.
- *Step 2 - Submit your very best picture of form on Google Classroom. (*Goal: Complete this step today)
- *Step 3 - Organize your top 8 pictures of FORM into a Google Doc titled: FORM Top 8 (*Goal: Start this step today)
- Print! - Ask Table Leaders for help if needed!
- Add to portfolio
- Step 4 - Show Mrs. Demaris when done (Due: TOMORROW)
- Step 5 - Help someone else finish. (repeat)
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Take a look at the image of the road on the right side of this page. Does it show shape or form? Defend your answer. Turn in Journal #7 on Google Classroom after today's entry.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Grade Checks - Skyward
- Get out your planner and write down all missing work or questions you have for teachers about your grades.
- Activity #2: Last Chance - Photo shoot day - 10 minutes each
- Goal: Take at least 15 pictures - see if you can beat your own best photo if already done!
- Reminder: 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures to your "FORM" folder
- Go through pictures and pick a favorite
- Download pictures & format SC card before you leave today
- Goal: Take at least 15 pictures - see if you can beat your own best photo if already done!
- Activity #3: Extra time? Work on completing "Form" section of portfolio then do one of the following...
- Few minutes at the end of class? Click on the link to find out What Is Your Brain Actually Good At? OR complete Brain Workout. Do you think its true or does it help you understand yourself a little better?
T3 Week #1:
Focus for the week: Review of "elements" in photo composition. Specifically the element of shape.
- Success Criteria: Be able to describe the relationship between elements and composition.
- Success Criteria: Find magazine examples representing the rule of shape and add to portfolio.
- Success Criteria: Take pictures with the digital cameras focusing on the element of "shape". Put top 8 photos into a Google Doc and turn in on Google Classroom.
MONDAY 4-1-18
Warm Up: Start a new journal titled: #7 Photo Journal. What is an element in photography? After defining it, give a couple of examples of elements. Answer using complete sentences in Journal #7.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1 - REMINDERS: Down time review: What should you do with any extra time in this class?
- Do extra consideration activities, check this page for extra directions, do challenge activities at the end of lessons (see Google Classroom).
- Music... if its a distraction, it goes away. Find/create a playlist online (no phones) and let it go. On screen during work time = no more music +C or better grade.
- Seats - let's stay in them!
- Table Leaders - same seat
- Portfolio
- Activity #2: Introduction to and review of ELEMENTS
- Open your Composition Worksheet on Google Drive (From Tri#1) .
- Complete the definitions for each element, if not done already as we watch the review video together as a class.
- All review materials on Google Classroom - new class! (see code below)
- Next, individually, go online and find an image that represents each element, not pictures used on the website.
- Click here ONLY if you need a new copy.
- DUE: FRIDAY (on old Google Classroom - just click "resubmit")
- Complete the definitions for each element, if not done already as we watch the review video together as a class.
- Go to Google Classroom and watch the "What does photography mean to you" video and answer the questions.
- Open your Composition Worksheet on Google Drive (From Tri#1) .
- Activity #3: Work time - Organization
- Add this class on Google Classroom using the code: ??????
- P1: ge98eo6
- P2: 58l63w
- Create a Photography folder
- Inside this folder create both a Trimester 1 and a Trimester 2 folder
- Put everything from last trimester in this class in the T1 folder.
- Inside the T2 folder create folder called: Shape
- Inside this folder create both a Trimester 1 and a Trimester 2 folder
- Add this class on Google Classroom using the code: ??????
TUESDAY
Warm Up: Explain the difference between photography composition and elements in your own words in Journal #7. Give an example of each in your answer.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Reminder: Table Leader Application - if you're interested and haven't signed up yet, please click the link and fill out the form by end of class today!
- Activity #1: Review of LT and SC
- Learning target: Take pictures focusing on the photography element of "shape".
- Success Criteria: I can take quality pictures that demonstrate the use of shapes to create a visually pleasing image.
- Brainstorm with neighbor - review and come up with ideas for how to use the composition rules covered during Trimester 1 and how to use the element "shape" in the composition.
- Learning target: Take pictures focusing on the photography element of "shape".
- Activity #2: Work time
- Step 1: Videos & Worksheet
- 1) Go to Edpuzzle - watch video called Elements - Intro (need to get 50% or better to earn points for the video)
- DUE: TODAY
- 2) If you didn't yesterday, go to Google Classroom and watch the "What does photography mean to you" video and answer the questions.
- Be ready to review the video and discuss camera settings:
- What settings should you change on your camera?
- When to use?
- Why to use?
- Be ready to review the video and discuss camera settings:
- 3) Open your Composition Worksheet on Google Drive
- Complete the definitions for each element, if not done already. (ONLY work on the ELEMENTS section)
- Go online and find an image that represents each element, not pictures used on the website.
- DUE: FRIDAY (on old Google Classroom - just click "resubmit")
- 1) Go to Edpuzzle - watch video called Elements - Intro (need to get 50% or better to earn points for the video)
- Step 2 - Portfolio Work Time
- Add WHITE divider page
- Add extra 10 pages - ish
- Add SHAPE rubric
- Complete magazine examples and explanations, add to portfolio. (GOAL: Complete through this step today)
- ADDITION: Add pages to portfolio if needed.
- Step 1: Videos & Worksheet
Warm Up: Read the first four paragraphs of the Visual Design: Using Shape in Photography article. Based on what you just read, how could you define shape? Answer in Journal #7 using complete sentences. (If you're struggling with understanding "shape", read the whole article)
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Wise Words Wednesday (On Google Classroom)
- Watch the WWW - Edpuzzle - Elements of Photography: Shape VS Form video and answer the questions.
- DUE: TODAY
- Activity #2: Discuss "HOW TO": Shape
- Add definitions to Project 2: Elements of Photography ~ Shape handout in class
- Work time to find magazine examples and type explanations for SHAPE
- Activity #3: Photo-shoot day #1 - 15 minutes each
- Review: Composition - what's in the background, whats in the foreground, what is your point of interest?
- How could you use the 7 rules of composition learned in Tri 1?
- Goal: Take at least 25 pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 tomorrow
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures & format SC card before you leave today - REVIEW formatting and ejecting SD card
- Create a Photography folder
- Inside this folder create both a Trimester 1 and a Trimester 2 folder
- Put everything from last trimester in this class in the T1 folder.
- Inside the T2 folder create a folder called: Shape
- Inside this folder create both a Trimester 1 and a Trimester 2 folder
- Review: Composition - what's in the background, whats in the foreground, what is your point of interest?
THURSDAY
Warm Up: Before you go take pictures again today, go online and find 3-5 examples of pictures taken using SHAPE to give yourself ideas of what to do today. What do you need to make these pictures happen? Paste at least 3 pictures in your new Journal #7.
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity: Photo shoot day #2 - 20 minutes each OUTSIDE!!
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more INTERESTING 'shape' pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
- 8 pictures for your grid + 1 favorite photo = 9 photos
- Download pictures to your "Shape" folder
- Make sure to format SC card before you leave today
- "Shape" Section of Portfolio Due: Monday
- Goal: Take at least 25 or more INTERESTING 'shape' pictures so you can narrow down to your top 9 today
FRIDAY
Warm Up: Together as a class we will watch a video we watched at the start of Tri 1 again, Have Journal #7 open and be ready to type out what stands out to you this time about the video. What is the main message and what can you apply to your photography to make it better?
TODAY'S ACTIVITIES:
- Activity #1: Grade Checks - Skyward
- Get out your planner and write down all missing work or questions you have for teachers about your grades.
- Due Today: What does Photography Mean to You? and Composition Worksheet - Elements Update
- Activity #2: Work time - Complete the following in order:
- 1) Last photoshoot day- if needed.
- 2) Complete the following steps:
- Step 1 - Complete magazine examples and explanations, add to portfolio.
- *Step 2 - Submit your very best picture of "Shape" on Google Classroom. (*Goal: Complete this step today)
- Put in a Google Doc titled: Best Example Shape
- Include a title above the picture and your explanation of why it is a good example of this weeks element below.
- *Step 3 - Organize your top 8 pictures into a Google Doc titled: Shape Top 8 (*Goal: Start this step today)
- Print! - Ask Table Leaders for help if needed!
- Add to portfolio
- Step 4 - Show Mrs. Demaris when done (Due: MONDAY)
- Step 5 - Help someone else finish. (repeat)
- Activity #3: Extra time? Play a typing game!
- Challenge someone in this room to a NitroType race!
- OR Complete a Brain Workout
HAVE A GREAT SPRING BREAK!!
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