Beginner Basics in Digital Photography
Students will learn the basics of using a camera, subject, focus, zoom, and composition.
Misty Van Staaveren
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What's included
6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. Students will be assigned a photo taking assignment after each video that coincides with the lesson given. They will complete the assignment on their own and then upload to the course page. Remember, the more you take pictures, the better you'll get!Class Experience
This class is scheduled as a self paced class. That means, we won't have any live meetings, but we will still interact with assignments and personal feedback. This course is broken up into 6 different lessons. You will have a photo taking assignment after each lesson. After you have completed your assignment, you will upload your photo to the classroom for personal feedback. It is highly recommended that you complete your assignment and receive feedback before you go on to the next assignment. Please Note: This is a hands on class that works best with students submitting photographs for discussion.
Learning Goals
Students will learn the basics of how to use a camera. Students will learn how to choose and showcase a subject using various techniques such as framing, depth of field, and the rule of thirds. Students will learn how to use a zoom feature on their camera to take photos from a longer distance. Students will be able to take portraits. Students will be able to improve their photo taking skills by using the techniques taught in this course.
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
How to use your camera
Get to know each of the buttons/features of your camera. We will go over the power button, how the lens works, flash, autofocus, view finder. We will also learn a few tips and tricks.
Assignment: Take pictures to get to know your camera. Choose your best photo to share for feedback. 1 assignment
17 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Showcasing your Subject
What is the subject of your picture? How do you showcase your subject in the best way? Some topics discussed will be the framing technique, rule of thirds, and filling the frame.
Assignment: Choose a subject and showcase your subject using one or more of the techniques we discussed in the lesson. 1 assignment
16 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Focus
Choose a subject and work on using your focus to bring attention to it. We will revisit autofocus, and discuss how to move your focus away from the center of the frame. We will talk about the difference between auto and manual focus.
Assignment: Create a photo where you are using your autofocus to make sure your subject is the sharpest part of the photo. 1 assignment
8 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Zoom
How to take photos from far away. Learning how to best judge your distance when taking photos.
Assignment: Use your zoom to take pictures of something from far away. Don't forget to use all of the other information we've learned to create an amazing shot! 1 assignment
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parents may need to assist students with uploading photos from their camera to the classroom.
Supply List
Students will need a digital camera to complete this course. It does not have to be anything fancy or high-tech. As long as it takes pictures, it's fine!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Students will be assigned a photo taking assignment after each video that coincides with the lesson given. They will complete the assignment on their own and then upload to the course page. Remember, the more you take pictures, the better you'll get!Reviews
Self-Paced Course
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