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Advanced Photography (ACP) 869
Genres of Photography

TIME FRAME:
GRADE: 11-12
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         MAP LEVEL:
01.4 THE ARTS - VISUAL ART

01.4.1.5.2 -- Students will improve the communication of their own ideas by effectively using the characteristics of a variety of traditional and contemporary art media, techniques and processes (two-dimensional and three-dimensional, including media/technology)

01.4.2.9.1 -- Students will judge the effectiveness of different ways of using visual characteristics in conveying ideas

01.4.3.5.2 -- Students will consider and compare the sources for subject matter, symbols and ideas in their own and other's work.

01.4.4.0.2 -- Students will identify specific works of art as belonging to particular styles, cultures, times and places

01.4.5.5.2 -- Students will describe and analyze visual characteristics of works of art using visual art terminology

01.4.6.9.2 -- Students will compare the creative processes used in the visual arts with the creative processes used in the other arts and non-arts disciplines



1. What are the aestheic and formal issues in different genres of photography?
2. How do formal qualities of a photograph create an asethetic?
3. What types of genres exist in photography?



This unit emphasizes the research and development of photographs relating to several genres of photography, the exploration and use a variety of photographic techniques and materials to communicate different genres of photography, and the exploration and creation of unique compositons to communicate the focus of the work.




When students are creating photographs using different genres of photography they will develop the ability to:

-- research historical and contemporary photographers,
-- create several photographs within a genre to express and communicate an idea,
-- write and record the process of their experience and reflect on changes over time,
-- work with a chosen photographic technique to best express a genre,
-- demonstrate proficiency in compositon and photographic techniques.



All students will:

-- apply problem solving in organizing knowledge and ideas to communicate visually,
-- demonstrate a srong proficiency in photographic media and techniques,
-- demonstrate an understanding of compostional skills which relate to a specific genre,
-- respond to and receive feedback on their own work,
--roduce a several groups of photographs related to assigned genres.



1. Homework is used as a formative and summative evaluation tool.
2. Quizzs and tests are used to access concrete information such as vocabulary, equipment use, and procedures.
3. Project evaluations may take the form of group critiques, rating scales, checklists, written evaluations, and teacher interviews.
4. A portfolio demonstrates skills learned and personal, aesthetic growth. The body of work stands as a visual record of the creative process experienced throughoute semester.
5. Group discussions give insight into the creative process and problem solving, providing an avenue for learning, how to talk about art, how to view art, and how to improve one's skills.