Visual Diary
This is an 8 week photography class for all levels that will teach how to improve your skills by taking the equivalent of a roll of film a day with any camera you may have. There will be weekly critiques to help you improve your skills.
Ann Denham
Average rating:
4.3
Number of reviews:(8)
What's included
8 live meetings
12 in-class hoursClass Experience
This is a photography class for all levels. Students will take the equivalent of a roll a day of photographs and then edit to five to bring to the class for critique. The topics of photography to be covered will be generated by the class as topics of their interest and could include topics such as lighting, composure, content, editing and famous photographers. I will give a lesson at the beginning of each class on a photography topic and then the second part of the class will be critique of individual photography work from the instructor and peers. Students will learn how to critique work in a positive, constructive way. This could be a beginning or an advanced course depending on the skill level of each individual student. Every Week- Take the equivalent of a roll a film a day 12-36 images everyday Every Week- See Something Art Related- art exhibit online or in person or a film Every Week- Read Something Photography Related a book or a magazine Week 1- Lecture- All Students Introduce Themselves- Name, Level of Photography, Interesting Fact What are the requirements of this class? What photography topics would you like covered? Go over Resource Materials: • List of Movies • List of Books • List of Online Museums • List of Magazines • Adult Photo Release • Schedule of Fees and Expenses • Copyright • Ideas for Daily Shooting • Critique Worksheet Week 2- Lecture Topic- How to critique photographs in a positive and constructive way. Practice utilizing photographs from famous photographers. Critique every student has 10 minutes to share their top 5 images of the week and share their exhibit or film and book or magazine Week 3- Lecture Topic- Photojournalism: Explain documentary work and show examples Bresson and Lange Lecture Topic 2- Lighting Critique Every Student has 10 min to share their top 5 images of the week and share their exhibit or film and book or magazine Week 4- Lecture Topic- Fashion Photography: Explain and show examples- Avedon and Leibowitz Lecture Topic 2- Composition Critique every student has 10 min to share their top 5 images of the week and share their exhibit or film and book or magazine Week 5- Lecture Topic- Landscape/Travel Photography: Explain and show examples Lecture Topic 2- Color Critique every student has 10 min to share their top 5 images of the week and share their exhibit or film and book or magazine Week 6- Lecture Topic- Determined by Class or Post Production/Crop Lecture Topic 2- Backgrounds Critique every student has 10 min to share their top 5 images of the week and share their exhibit or film and book or magazine Week 7- Lecture Topic- Determined by Class or best websites for photographers Lecture Topic 2- Depth of Field Critique every student has 10 min to share their top 5 images of the week and share their exhibit or film and book or magazine Week 8- Final Showcase of all students- Students present their best 5 images overall of the entire 8 weeks and explain what they learn 10 min each and 10 min for critique each.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to improve their photography skills whether they are a beginner with a cell phone or a professional photographer.
-How to critique photographs to make work better constructively.
-Photojournalism
-Lighting
-Fashion Photography
-Composition
-Landscape/Travel Photography
-Color
-Post Production/Crop
-Backgrounds
-Websites for Photographers
-Depth of Field
- 2 Topics to Be Determined by Interest of the Class
Other Details
Supply List
Digital Camera- could be professional or cell phone Access to Internet for films, art exhibitions Book or Magazine or both to read about photography of student's choosing
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.3
8reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! My name is Ann Denham and I teach Visual Arts classes including drawing, painting, sculpture, collage, media, printmaking, and photography.
I have a bachelor's degree in Photojournalism from Western Kentucky University and a Master's Degree in Education from City College of New York. I taught visual arts in New York City Public Schools for 8 years. I have worked at newspapers in the U.S. and continue to work on documentary projects along with taking portraits and weddings.
I believe everyone can learn and believe in everyone receiving a well rounded education.
The photo of me is at the Emmy's in Los Angeles- a once in a lifetime opportunity!
My passion in life is creativity and I also love to kayak and have two bichons, Bailey and Bella.
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Live Group Class
$120
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
90 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
9-12 learners per class
