Photography

In foundations of photography students will learn to create better images through a series of projects that focus on composition, subject matter, light, and technique. Students will also learn to use Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to edit their photographs. In the process of creating, students will also learn the historical development and significance of photography. This is a beginning level class; no prior experience is required.

This is an intermediate level class, and can be enrolled in by anyone who has passed Foundations of Photography. Students will build on skills and revisit materials that were introduced in the foundations class. They will also be introduced to some new processes (for instance studio lighting) and will have more open-ended projects, allowing for more personal creativity and the abilitiy to begin to develop a professional level portfolio.

AP 2D Design - Photography Focus is the most advanced level offered. Unlike other AP classes that require a written test at the end of the year, students instead submit a portfolio of work based around a topic of their choosing. Over the course of the year, students develop skills in designing and creating effective and meaningful art, and are provided opportunities to write about and discuss their ideas with their peers. Students who receive a passing grade on their AP portfolio are eligible for college credit. The portfolio requires a demanding 15 artworks, so it is strongly recommended that students take the intermediate class (Advanced Photo) prior to the AP course to develop their skills.