GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

4/7/08-4/11/08: Simple Still-lifes: Simple still life images were created when the photographer noticed interesting shadow patterns being cast across the wall of is study. and realized that it would make a perfect background. Students will utilize props i.e. glass coke bottles, used paint brushes in a container) and create a composition that defines the art program at NHP 3/10-3/14: Print photography 2/27/08-3/4/08: Utilizing natural light and studio lights. This week students will capture Window-lit Portraits and participate in providing special backgrounds and setting lighting fixtures utilized in studios for portaits. Photo student will be photographed for each project. 2/25/08-2/29/08: Depth of Field Activity 2/19/08-2/22/08: Students will continue experiment with shutter speed; zooming -in and -out, understanding exposure times and utilizing shutter speed. Students will complete a photographic essay based on a theme of their choice with the approval of the instructor. The photo essay will be collected in personal student portfolio. Student photography will also be on display on campus and published on the internet. Ultimately, selected photography will be on display on the day of the annual north hills Preparatory Art Show. 1.1-1.6: Artistic Perception and Develop of Perceptual skills 2.1-2.6: Creative Expression and Visual Arts Vocabulary 4.1-4.5: Aesthetic Valuing.

DAY	CLASSWORK	HOMEWORK
MONDAY	The class will brain storm a set up for the proposed composition and the contents of the still life arrangements. -Key is simplicity. -Simple back drops, such as a linen sheet. Bend the fabric. -	Print photography and complete all assignments. See the check list handout of projects.
TUESDAY	The class will brain storm a set up for the proposed composition and the contents of the still life arrangements. -Lighting. -Day light flooding in through the windows of the classroom. -Diffused light used form an over cast day. -Use of translucent objects i.e. class bottles, food coloring.	Print photography and complete all assignments. See the check list handout of projects.
WEDNESDAY	The class will brain storm a set up for the proposed composition and the contents of the still life arrangements. Photograph the still-life arrangement and print.	Print photography and complete all assignments. See the check list handout of projects.
THURSDAY	Half day. -Science Fair activities. -Have Fun!!	Print photography and complete all assignments. See the check list handout of projects.
FRIDAY	No School

LONG-TERM ASSIGNMENTS AND PROJECTS

Photo essay Students assignments include responding to works of art, objects in nature, cultural event, the urban environment. Subjects include: landscape, still life, response, self portrait, architecture, movement, emotion, in-the-moment, and learning the history of photography as a medium in contemporary life.