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Art Course Photography: How to Take a Great Photo

Completed by 30 learners
Ages 13-18
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In this 5 lesson course we will explore the different types of photography compositions. Strong composition leads to great photographs!
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Class Experience

In this 5 lesson course we will learn about photography composition! I will be demonstrating the projects and in a series of videos & slideshows.

Lesson 1:What is Composition?  Rule of Thirds
This lesson we will learn about composition and how it can improve our photography.  This lesson we will examine our first type of composition: Rule of Thirds!  Students will then shoot their own examples of this composition.

Lesson 2: Rule of Odds & Triangle Composition
This week we will look at two types of composition: Rule of Odds & Triangle Composition.  Here students are looking at odd grouping of objects in their photography and why our brain likes those types of groupings! Students will then shoot their own examples of this composition.

Lesson 3: Leading Lines & Strong Diagonal
This lesson we will look at two types of composition:  Leading Lines & Strong Diagonal.  This lesson students will examine the impact of  lines in photographs and how that impacts visual movement in their images. Students will then shoot their own examples of this composition.

Lesson Four: Point of View
This lesson we will look at one type of composition: Point of View.  This lesson students will examine the impact of changing the vantage point of the camera.  Our brain is used to seeing most images at standing height- what happens when we take a new point of view?Students will then shoot their own examples of this composition.


Lesson Five: Framing
This lesson we will look at one type of composition: Framing. This lesson students will look at different ways to frame their subject for emphasis.  Students will then shoot their own examples of this composition.

Students should have prior knowledge of how to operate the camera they are using.  Tips and tricks will be given but this course will not focus on camera operation.

Learning Goals

Students will learn about photography compositions.

Syllabus

5 Lessons
over 5 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Rule of Thirds
 In this lesson we will examine the compositional technique of Rule of Thirds. 
Lesson 2:
Rule of Odds & Triangle Composition
 In this lesson we will examine the compositional technique of Rule of Odds and Triangle Composition. 
Lesson 3:
Strong Diagonal and Leading Lines
 In this lesson we will examine the compositional technique of Strong Diagonal and Leading Lines. 
Lesson 4:
Point of View
 In this lesson we will examine the compositional technique of  Point of View. 

Other Details

Supply List
1. Device to take photographs with-can use a cell phone or DSLR camera.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined December, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
New Hampshire Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Master's Degree in Education from University of NH
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of New Hampshire
I have taught high school art for 18 years! Last year I had the opportunity to teach middle school students remotely and loved it! I have taught a variety of courses over my career such as: Fine Arts 1 & 2, Introduction to Photography, Pottery 1 & 2, Introduction to Jewelry, Introduction to Crafts, Introduction to Sculpture, Design 1 & 2.

I believe creating art is a process. It takes making a mess, mistakes and trying again!  Creating art is a method of communication with the world!

When I'm not creating art, I love cooking, reading, spending time with friends & family!

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