SYLLABUS

PHOTO 3 Honors                                  2017-2018

Ronald Reagan/Doral Senior High                                                     

Classical Arts Academy

Ms. Begoña Seijas

bseijas@dadeschools.net                                                      

www.reaganaperture.blogspot.com

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Pre-requisite: Creative Photography I and II and permission from the instructor. The student should be able to expand on camera, lighting, dark room techniques, digital photography and editing in Photoshop, thus improving the photographic quality of their work.

RATIONALE: The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop advance – level skills in photographic imagery, processes, and techniques. The student should be able to express aesthetic and emotional content related to varied subject matter.

·          Experiment with various types of film

·         Proficient in darkroom techniques for black and white photography.

·         Exhibit proper and safe use of all equipment and chemicals, and show good dark room etiquette.

·  Be familiar with the history of photography, known photographers, and careers in photography through written reports and oral presentations.

·        Demonstrate use and manipulation of light and exposure in photography

·        Demonstrate use and manipulation in Digital photography and Photoshop.

·        Apply techniques of image acquisition (digital/film).

·         Explain digital image structure: pixel dimensions, document size, and resolution.

·         Explain RBG and CMYK color modes: characteristics and uses.

·         Discussion of tools and functionality of Adobe Photoshop CS6.

·        Practice using Adobe Photoshop CS6 and supporting technologies to produce visual imagery.

·       Apply photo editing skills to optimize images using appropriate software and techniques.

·         Create and display digital images produced from computer-driven printers.

·         To keep an organized photography portfolio for the entire school year that consists of all 
       negatives, contact sheets, test strips and final prints.

·          Produce numerous quality photographs that can be exhibited

·          Experience and participate in group critiques and project presentation.

·          Properly cut mats for presentation of photographs.

·          Create a professional portfolio.

SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS: 

Students are responsible for their own supplies, equipment and materials. Listed below are required supplies.

·                     35mm camera with manual controls. (Pentax, Canon, Minolta, Nikon, etc.)

·                     Digital SLR Camera

·                    35mm B&W film. 36 exposures. - 7 rolls of film required

o  ILFORD HP-5 PLUS – 400  or DELTA 400

o  KENTMERE - 400
o  KODAK TRI-X or KODAK TMAX – 400

·                    Box of 100 – 8x10 B&W photographic paper. You can also buy paper in 

              packs of 25.

·                     ILFORD or ADORAMA, RC (resin coated), Multigrade IV, (glossy, pearl)

·                     3-ring binder. (1 ½” or 2”)

·                     Sheet protectors

·                     5X7 or 8x10 Sketchbook (you may use your previous one)

·                     Portable eternal drive to store your digital images (Required)

These materials can be purchased at any photography store such as World Wide Photo or Pitman Photo or online at B&H Photo or Adorama or in school

-Pitman Photo                       -World Wide Photo       ** -B&H Photo**             **-Adorama** 
13911 South Dixie Hwy          5040 Biscayne Blvd           www.bhphoto.com           www.adorama.com

 305-256-9558                      305-756-1744

           

LAB FEE:  There is a $60.00 lab fee. The lab fee will cover chemicals, photographic supplies, computer paper, ink, mat boards, and darkroom and specialty accessories. This fee must be paid in the beginning of the school year.

RESOURCES:

Digital Software: Adobe Photoshop CS6
Photomatix

GRADES:           A:      90 – 100 

                             B:      80 – 89  

                             C:      70 – 79

                             D:      60 – 69

                             F:       59 - 0        

EVALUATION:           Projects/Assignments                         : 75%

                                       Critiques/ Journals/Binders                : 20%

                                       Quarterly Exam                                  :  5%

                                                                   

Students are required to submit work on specific due dates. Due dates will be given at the time the project is assigned. With each completed assignment, you are also required to submit a self-evaluation statement in your journal. You will be provided with a handout to follow.

Binders must be kept in an organize way with all assignments, negatives, contact sheets and prints in their proper negative sleeves and sheet protectors. Binders will be graded periodically throughout the grading period. Binders will be stored in the classroom.

Students are required to have a professional portfolio for the final.

Journals - Throughout this class you will be expected to keep a journal (sketchbook) of your notes and imagery. You will also be required to add written critiques into the journal, both self-critiques and critiques of your fellow student's work. You will also be expected to keep detailed notes on each project including lighting, f-stops, darkroom techniques, and computer processes. Work in your journal is an ongoing process that will help you make informed and critical decisions about the progress of your work. Your sketchbook is the perfect place to try a variety of concepts and techniques as you develop your own voice and style.  Students are required to bring their sketchbook to class every time, failure to do so will result in a lower grade. Assignments for the sketchbook will be assigned in class. Sketchbook will be graded periodically throughout the grading period.

• Put the date on every page you finish.
• Be careful. The use of published photographs or the work of other artists for duplication is plagiarism.
• No cute, pretty, precious, adorable or trite images. This is a college level art class, not a recreation program to make pretty pictures to hang in your house. Expect your ideas about what makes good art to be challenged.
• Do not be boring with your work.
• Avoid showing your work to others unless you know they are going to understand what you are trying to do in your journal. You do not need negative feedback when you are trying out new ideas or experimenting. This is a place for risk taking.

• Failure to have materials on time is NOT an excuse for turning in assignments late!

NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED!

CLASS RULES:

·                     Come to class and get here on time. Attendance is very important.

·                     Come to class prepared.

·                   Allow others to learn by refraining from talking and calling out. Raise your hand to speak.

·                     Listen carefully and follow instructions.

·                     Use safety in the classroom and darkroom.

·                     No cell phones or electronic devices allowed in class or in the darkroom.

·                     Respect materials and equipment. Use equipment properly.

·                     Follow the Code of Student Conduct.

HOUSEKEEPING THE DARKROOM:

Never leave the area before you go back and see what you left behind. We share a facility. Good negatives and prints can't be made in a messy lab. In consideration of classmates you must leave the lab areas free of litter and chemical spills. Pick up all your stuff. Deposit trash in the waste can. All equipment must be placed back in its place. Always allow a few minutes to do this before you leave. Remind each other. Grades are reduced if messes are left. Others see leaving a mess as disrespect and hostility. It makes them angry and saps creative energy from their work. ALL ENLARGERS ARE TO BE SIGNED OUT EVERY TIME. REPORT MALFUNCTIONING OR MISSING EQUIPMENT OR SUPPLIES TO THE INSTRUCTOR IMMEDIATELY.

DARKROOM RULES:

§  Each student is responsible for maintaining the darkroom and cleaning up after themselves. Failure      
    to do so will result in loss of darkroom use.

§  No wet prints or hands on or near enlarger stations.

§  Observe the order of the chemicals in both film and print processing.

§  You will use a tray when bringing a test strip or print into the classroom for          

    evaluation or to the print dryer.

§  Replace all lab materials to their original spot after use.

§ Be careful with chemicals. Protect your eyes. Avoid excessive contact with 

   chemicals. Some chemicals give some people skin rash, use tongs or gloves if necessary. Chemicals 
   might stain jewelry and will stain your clothing, wear an apron.

§  If you are UNSURE about how to proceed in the darkroom, ASK for help.

§  If you misuse or abuse equipment you will be responsible for it.

DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES:

§     1^st offense – VERBAL WARNING

§     2^nd offense – WRITTEN WARNING (will affect conduct grade). Loss of   

     darkroom and computer privileges, with no class time to make up work.  

     Arrangements must be made with the instructor for making up work      

     before/after school

§     3^rd offense – DETENTION

§     4^th offense – Referral to administrator for further disciplinary action.

Detentions are given with the full support of the Administration and will be served. You will be notified in writing if you receive a detention. Your parents will be responsible for making alternate transportation arrangements.

TEACHER AND STUDENT/PARENT COMMUNICATION:

 Parents and students who have any questions or need to contact me can reach me at (305) 805-1900 or email me at bseijas@dadeschools.net. You can also access my website to view assignments, due dates and critique dates.

www.reaganaperture.blogspot.com

“You’ve got to push yourself harder. You’ve got to start looking for pictures nobody else could take. You’ve got to take the tools you have and probe deeper.”  –  William Albert Allard