Photograph and Design

Taught by: Tricia Gilmore

Photography and Design, Grades 3 - 7

Tuesday 2:00 - 3:00

Student will develop an understanding of the basics of digital photo-graphy, in addition to the elements and principles of design.  This class will allow students to develop and communicate visual literacy and formal analysis of art.  Students will receive basic history of master photographers such as Dorthea Lange, Annie Liebowitz and Ansel Adams and some history of graphic design such as Piet Mondrian and Toulouse-Lautree.  In addition, students will develop an understanding of type, graphics, layout, and color. Projects will focus on photography and design work.  This year long class will also include media awareness through critical thinking.  Digital camera is required.