School: Douglas Freeman High School

Teacher: Ms. LaBrie

36 Week Class
2015-16 School Year
Course Title: Imaging Technology

Course No.: 8415

Course Fee: $8.00

(This covers cost of cameras, chemicals, film, ink, paper, screen supplies and other materials used in class. It does not include photo enlargement paper.
Outlined below this will need to be purchased and provided by the student. In the event that the student uses an excess amount of film, more can be
purchased for $2.50 a roll.)

Materials Needed:

USB Flash Drive (4GB or over will be fine)

1 box of photographic enlargement paper to use in the darkroom. This can be purchased at Richmond Camera on Patterson Ave.

Ilford RC 8x10 paper. You can get glossy or matte, whichever you prefer.

A binder/notebook to keep instructional materials organized

Course Description & Expectations:

Students will experience advanced photographic and imaging techniques, utilizing 35 mm cameras and the darkroom, as well as digital
cameras and the computer for imaging. We will review photographic composition, as well as delve deeper into lighting techniques and
advanced photography techniques, digital enhancing and digital manipulation. We will look at photography as an art form as well as
commercial photography. Students will examine photographic works by professional photographers as well as learn how to critique their
own work. Each student will update a portfolio highlighting their best work.
Each student is expected to attend school regularly, be prepared for class, and actively participate in class discussions and lab work.
Students will need to maintain active lab participation while displaying a desire to try, work hard and succeed.

Instructional Philosophy:
Students will experience hand on learning through the use of materials and processes utilized by photographers and the
graphics/communication industry. Through demonstrations and direct instruction, the teacher will communicate procedures and
processes for the lab. Students take responsibility for classroom and lab maintenance. Computers are to be used as a tool for learning
only. Students will use both laptops and classroom computers to aid in learning the processes of the industry. Students are highly
encouraged to work together in this class to foster a higher level of learning and understanding of material.

Student Learning Goals:

Prepare students for post-secondary education and/or careers in the field of photography, graphics,
communications and media by developing skills and understanding related to those career fields.
Explore careers available in the graphics, communications and media industry.
Instill positive work ethic, positive thought process and problem solving skills.
Expand students creativity as it pertains to imaging processes and graphics, as well as expanding
students knowledge of these processes.
Support cross curricular Virginia SOLs by focusing on state competencies.

Assessment Plan:
Projects = 50%

Classwork/Tests, Quizzes & Homework = 50%

Website:
Google Classroom will be used to submit assignments. In addition to Google Classroom there is a class website that will be used
regularly in class. All class material will be available on the site. Our daily journal photo will be found here. The class calendar and all
important information will be found here as well. You should bookmark this site!

www.DSFphotography.weebly.com

Syllabus: The summary outline of the course.

Topics or Units Taught
1. Semi-weekly vocab & Weekly Word Challenge (every
week students receive a word. They are to take a picture representing that
word and turn in by Friday.)

2. Photo Magazine Assignment (In class work to be done when

Topics or Units Taught

19. Focal Planes, Foreground, middle ground &
background
20. Lenses

not able to work on a project. Students should have one complete by the
end of 1st quarter and two complete each quarter after that.)

3. Review: Compositional tools & Elements / Principals

of Design

21. Motion Photography

4. Pinhole Camera & History of Photography

22. Portfolio (build a website portfolio)

5. Safety

23. Photo Storybook

6. Review: Exposure (shutter speed, aperture, ISO)

24. Workplace Readiness

7. Using Film cameras to expose and enlarge an 8x10

image focusing on balance and rule of thirds. Also will
be learning dodging and burning techniques and how to
use filters.

25. Long Exposure Photography

8. Photography Careers Project

26. Panoramic Photography

9. Critique Process (how to critique, why its

important). Each week a different student will be responsible for

27. Lighting unit (created light nv. Ambient light and

lighting techniques) and portraits

finding work from a professional photographer and facilitating a critique on

Friday.

10. Review: Photoshop (main functions and tools that

will be used).

28. Black and white photos using lighting techniques

11. Create a Watermark / Logo (this MUST be on every photo

29. Landscape Photography (field trip to Maymont)

turned in for the rest of the year, unless otherwise specified).

12. Types of Cameras and camera parts

30. Macro Photography

13. Review: How to use the DSLR and shoot modes

31. Double Exposure (levitation photo project)

14. Forced Perspective

32. Ethical / Legal Issues of Photography

15. Review: file sizes and how to save for web vs. print

33. Commercial Photography / Advertising

16. Photoshop Enhancing (non-destructive vs. destructive editing,

34. Photo Re-Create

how to enhance photos and 2 point color correct)

17. HDR

35. Diptych project (opposites)

18. Genres of Photography

36. Photo Essay

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Students Signature

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Parents or Guardians Signature

CAMERA & EQUIPMENT USE AGREEMENT

I ____________________________, understand that as a part of the photography program at Douglas S. Freeman
High School I will have access to the school cameras and photography equipment. Use of this equipment is a
privilege. In order to use this privilege I will treat all cameras and equipment with care. I also understand that
there is an $8.00 fee for this course, which I will pay at the beginning of the year (unless other arrangement has
been made).
While in this class I agree to adhere to the following rules:

When taking pictures during school hours students must remain on school property.

Students must not go into any classroom, unless permission has been received from the teacher of that
classroom ahead of time.

Students should not disturb any class or person in the building.

Students are not allowed to roam the halls; they must be focused and working on the photography project.

Students should respect the school building and facilities.

Students will travel in groups no larger than 3 people.

When a camera is needed overnight the student must sign out a camera, if there is one available, from Ms.
LaBrie.

If a camera is signed out the student MUST return the camera the following day BEFORE first period to
Ms. LaBrie (unless other arrangements have been made with Ms. LaBrie and the student).

If a camera is signed out overnight, the student must use a case to carry the camera and are responsible for
keeping the camera safe.

To maintain safety procedures, during class the camera usage policy will be adhered to at all times.

School cameras must only be used for appropriate school related projects.

I understand that failure to follow any of these rules will result in loss of camera and equipment usage
privileges.
I also give consent for my (my childs) photo to be taken during class. This photo may be used in a portfolio or on
the class website. If you do not consent write that here:
Student Signature___________________________________________ Date______________
Student email: ___________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature____________________________________ Date______________
Parent email: ___________________________________________________________

Ms. LaBrie room 112

WELCOME TO PHOTOGRAPY!
I am looking forward to an exciting year.

Expectations
There are 7 basic rules for this class:

1. Respect every person in the room at all times.

2. Arrive on time and prepared for class.
3. Work to the best of your ability.
4. Respect all school equipment and treat it with care.
5. Remain in the classroom until Ms. LaBrie dismisses you (no waiting by the door).
6. Laptops are used as an instructional tool, ONLY for school work.
7. Follow all school rules and procedures while in this classroom.

Procedures

Beginning of class: Enter the room and take your seats. Begin working on your
journal entry. I will instruct you when it's time to move on. If you finish early, you may
work on something else, but you must remain in your seat quietly.

Leaving the room: I expect you to make bathroom stops etc. before and after class.
Should you absolutely need to leave, ask for permission at a time that you wont be
interrupting class. Take the bathroom pass with you (only 2 students allowed out of the
room at a time unless there is an emergency).

Makeup Work: When coming back to school after an absence, go to the makeup
work box at the front of the room to see if there is anything you missed. If so you will find
the work with your name on it. If there is nothing in there see Ms. LaBrie. THIS IS
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to find out what you missed.

Materials & Equipment:

o Bring Materials needed to class every day. These include:
Pen or Pencil
Journal
Folder/Binder for handouts

Camera if needed
Any work to be turned in
Anything else you may need

o After using any school equipment, make sure it is clean and in one piece, then
gently place it back where it belongs. You will not be dismissed until this is done
properly.

Talking:
o Talking quietly while doing work is permitted (unless otherwise noted). However, if
the room gets too loud, I will flick the lights and tell you to quiet down.
o Talking while the teacher or another student is talking to the whole class is
considered disrespectful and will not be tolerated as per rule #1.

Late-work: This is a project based class. I will give you sufficient time to finish a
project, so I do not expect late work. Should you need more time due to absence or an
amazingly awesome idea speak with me about it. If I approve extended time, it is your
responsibility to work outside class time. If you turn something in late without approval,
points will be deducted accordingly.

Class Ending: The class will be dismissed when all equipment is put away neatly.
(DO NOT line up at the door).

I expect all of these procedures to be followed everyday with me as well as any substitute
or other school official who may be in the room.

Consequences:
1st time ___________________________________________________
2nd time ___________________________________________________
3rd time ___________________________________________________