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All-Things Youth Photography (Semester 3) - Chased by the Light

Students will learn about the photographer, Jim Brandenburg, & compile a portfolio in much the same way he created his book.
Mrs Ellis, DoE Certified
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Class

What's included

8 live meetings
6 in-class hours

Class Experience

World-renowned photographer Jim Brandenburg created a photographic book titled, Chased by the Light.  This is a 90-day photographic journal where Mr. Brandenburg challenged himself to capture just one photograph per day for 90 days.  I have loved this book, Chased by the Light, ever since I created a *How the Masters Work, Photography Class that integrated learning about Jim Brandenburg's photography.  The challenge he presented himself with, to capture just one photograph for each of 90 days, has inspired and intrigued me.  

In this 8-meeting Course, students will learn about the photographer, Jim Brandenburg, and be challenged to capture one photograph per day per week.  At the end of the 8-meeting Course, students will showcase their collection and explain their choices.

Students will be provided challenges on a weekly basis to foster their creativity and will gain respectful peer-to-peer evaluations throughout the duration of the Course.  Students must have a working knowledge of their own camera.

Meeting Challenge focus options can include:

Nature Photography: 
animals, landscapes, sunrises/sunsets

Architecture: 
buildings or parts of buildings or other structures

Street Photography: 
all-things happening along streets

Portraiture: 
anyone willing to be photographed

Texture: 
nothing but texture

Lines

Color

Simplicity



While it is not required, this is a link to Jim Brandenburg's book, Chased by the Light, in the event a student wishes to own a copy of this beautiful collection of photographs:
https://www.amazon.com/Chased-Light-Journey-Jim-Brandenburg/dp/1559716711 

Some local libraries might have a copy as well and, therefore, could be checked out.

Students will learn about specific criteria in order to thoughtfully evaluate photographs.  Students will be provided feedback in order to improve their compositions.

Supply List:
camera
manual
pocket-sized spiral notebook
a tripod is helpful

Other Details

Supply List
camera
manual
pocket-sized spiral notebook
a tripod is helpful

While it is not required, this is a link to Jim Brandenburg's book, Chased by the Light, in the event a student wishes to own a copy of this beautiful collection of photographs:
https://www.amazon.com/Chased-Light-Journey-Jim-Brandenburg/dp/1559716711
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello. I began my teaching career as a Highschool Student in 1987 as a State Certified Preschool Teacher. I attended USF (University of South Florida) in Tampa, FL and earned my Bachelor's Degree, cum laude, in Elementary Ed grades 1-6.  I added two additional Certifications: English grades 6-12 and PreK-Primary (age 3 to grade 3).  I am currently waiting for my Autism Endorsement to process through the DoE.

**I am very proud to say Outschool informed me Fall 2019 that I was the first to be approved for an Autism Social Club - I am honored to be a part of your child’s life**

I currently teach 1st grade in a small private school.  Previously, I was a Lead VPK (Voluntary PreK) Teacher and have taught various grade levels in Preschools, Public and Private Schools from age 2 years old on up into high school with our own boys in our Home School Program. I've earned "Highly Effective" in all areas and love teaching.  

I Homeschooled for 22 years - and even taught at public school, then VPK at a private school as I continued our Home School.  Over the years, I have volunteered for our state-wide Homeschool Association and sat on our County School Board Homeschool Portfolio Review Committee.  I pride myself on searching for ways to accommodate and adjust as needed to learner styles.  I enjoy assisting families in their education decisions.  I am special needs sensitive in the areas of ASD, TS, ADHD, and Gifted.  Not only have I taught those with these diverse challenges in my classroom settings, but I am also parenting my own children who have them as well.  Our Family is walking through a new Season with the passing of our Precious young son (Jan 2021).

Interesting facts about our Family: we have three SPCA rescued cats and enjoy playing Tennis and watching movies in our backyard home theatre  :)  

Nearly all photographs used on my Photography Classes/Course and some other Class listings are my own!

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$150

for 8 classes

1x per week, 8 weeks
45 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
4-10 learners per class

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