Photography Courses
Photography (Photo 1)
Prerequisite: None
Photography is equally divided between basic instruction in the use of the camera and darkroom procedure, and the historical development and current artistic concepts of photography as an art form. Fundamentals of picture taking include camera handling, calculating exposure, and lighting.
Darkroom procedures will cover the processing of film, contact printing, enlarging, special effects, and portraits. The artistic qualities of photography will be explored through the history of photography, composition and principles of design, and proper print finishing for professional presentation.
Photography is a laboratory course and requires work outside regular class time. Students are urged to supply his/her own 35 mm SLR camera but cameras may be borrowed if necessary. Photographic paper and matt board will be provided. Students are responsible for providing their own black and white film. A student fee is charged for this course for expendable materials.
Photo Tech
Prerequisite: Photo 1
Photographic Technology is a course for students interested in pursuing the technical and aesthetic qualities of both traditional and digital photography. Emphasis in the course will be placed on artistic concepts including subject matter, composition, and use of special effects as they pertain to digital imaging. Students will learn how to improve and manipulate original photographic images using Adobe Photoshop.
Photographic Technology is a laboratory course and requires work outside regular
class time. Access to a digital camera is recommended but not required. Inkjet paper, photographic paper and matt board will be provided. A student fee is charged for this course for expendable materials.
IB Photography SL
Prerequisite: Photo 1
This course is an in-depth exploration of the visual arts in context, method and communication using photography as the primary discipline. Expectations of the student include examination of the work of artists from different times, places and cultures, making art through a process of investigation, critical thinking and experimentation of techniques and to develop an informed response to work and exhibitions by other artists they have experienced. Students will also be expected to maintain a visual arts journal underpinning every aspect of the course. For assessment purposes, IB Photography students will be required to create a process portfolio as well as produce an exhibition of their art works, including a written curatorial rationale. Studio work will consist of photographic applications that include but are not limited to: advanced black and white darkroom processing and printing, digital photography, the exploration and creation of a variety of alternative processes including Polaroid image transfers, lifts, cyanotypes and salt prints, and independently designed, self-directed photo shoots carried out both in-studio using studio flash and on-location using existing light. This is a laboratory course that requires considerable work outside of regular class time. A student fee is charged for this course for expendable materials. Inkjet paper, photographic paper and matt board will be provided. Students are responsible for providing their own film.
All students enrolled in IB Photography Course are required to take all IB Internal and External assessments in April. The approximate cost for a single course is $248.
Honors Photography
Prerequisite: Photo 1
Honors Photography is for the student who wants to pursue an in-depth exploration of photography as an art form. Students will be expected to maintain an investigative workbook (journal) for research, planning and assessing photo assignments. Studio work will consist of photographic applications that include but are not limited to: advanced black and white darkroom processing and printing, digital photography, the exploration and creation of a variety of alternative processes including Polaroid image transfers, lifts, cyanotypes and salt prints, and independently designed, self-directed photo shoots carried out both in-studio using studio flash and on-location using existing light. This is a laboratory course that requires considerable work outside of regular class time. A student fee is charged for this course for expendable materials. Inkjet paper, photographic paper and matt board will be provided. Students are responsible for providing their own film.
Advanced Photography
Prerequisite: IB/Honors Photo
Advanced Photography is a rigorous course designed for students interested in an instructor-directed and self-directed in-depth study of traditional photographic techniques, digital imaging, and alternative photographic processes. Emphasis in this course is on the development of the student’s individual style, theory, and practice as they apply to his/her creation of original photographic art. Students will also have the opportunity to create and maintain a portfolio of his/her artwork.
Advanced Photography is a laboratory course requiring work outside regular class time. The student must supply his/her own digital camera. Students are urged to supply his/her own 35 mm SLR camera but cameras may be borrowed if necessary.
Inkjet paper, photographic paper and matt board will be provided. Students are responsible for providing their own film. A student fee is charged for this course for expendable materials.