Intermediate Photography
Instructor and Contact Information:
Lisa Deal/Visual Arts instructor
(615) 822-2375 ext. 4079
lisa.deal@jp2hs.org
Welcome to Intermediate Photography. This course will advance the study of photography towards a more refined
application of the medium and its discourse. A deeper comprehension of the scope of image making and its applications in
society will be explored through research of masters of traditional and digital photography. Students will delve further into
the interpretation of critical writings and the process of critique. Students will be introduced to more complex photo editing
processes. The course will culminate in the production of the students' first series work in a self-published format. Students
are given the opportunity to choose between film and digital processes
MAJOR COURSE PROJECTS for INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY:
Semester 1
review of camera basics - lenses, shutter, aperture, exposure, developing
Framing Selections
Photography Terminology
3.5 weeks
Grid repeating subject
3.5 weeks
Page 100 Project
3 weeks
Lenses of Transcendence Project
3 weeks
Homage to Black & White Photographer
3 weeks
Semester 2:
Digitally Reoccurring Project
2 weeks
Developing Artist Statements
2 weeks
Homage to Color Photographer
4 weeks
Matting Work
1 week
Series Book Project
4 weeks
Finale Image
4 weeks
Digital Negative Sunprints
1 week
Assessment Types and Forms for
Intermediate Photography
Type
Classroom
Description
Students will
need to organize
and schedule
photo shoots,
darkroom hours
and photo editing
time.
Artist’s
Binder
Students will
maintain a weekly
personal journal
documenting
inspirational
images, thought
processes,
challenges, ideas,
sketches etc.
Reflection
Students will
actively participate
in discussion
regarding fellow
student work as
well as their own.
Students will
effectively use the
vocabulary of
formal elements to
identify both
strengths and
weaknesses.
presentation Students will make
presentations on
topics in
photography
ranging from
modes & trends to
contemporary
photographers.
Assessment Form
Time management and productive use of in-class studio
time is critical to the execution of project work. Students
must display efficient and ambitious productivity.
8 new pages turned in on first class of the week, returned
on second class of the week every journal
rotation.
Teacher will be looking for quality time spent
thinking, seeking artists, creative exploration.
Approx Weight
1 -5 points per
recording (at
10% of the
usual unit
grade)
1 -5 points per
week
(at 15%
of the usual
unit grade)
Participation in the critique is an essential component of a
fine art education. Students must display attentiveness
and observational activity. Correctly using the vocabulary
of formal elements will be essential.
1 -5 points per
critique (at
20% of the
usual unit
grade)
The research projects will be essential towards the
investigation of the potential and social impact of
contemporary photography. Teacher will be assessing
critical and qualitative thinking.
1 - 15 points
total (at 10% of
the usual unit
grade)
paper
Students will
complete research
papers on artists
and dispensed
reading materials.
Students will be rewarded for the depth of their inquiry
and research. Correct citation in a bibliography will be
included.
1 - 15 points
total (at 15% of
the usual unit
grade)
Project
Student art
projects will carry
the largest portion
of the grade. As
listed above, these
assignments will
vary to employ a
variety of
techniques and
skills.
Craftsmanship, Content and Promptness will be evaluated
in the assessment of all projects.
1 - 15 points
per project (at
30% of the
usual unit
grade.
Exams
Mid-Term Exam
Final Exam
Exams are designed to place acquired knowledge and skills
into contextual applications.
In its own
category, the
exams count
20% of the
semester grade
each term
Grading Codes used in Veracross to indicate progress with regard to individual assignments:
Description
Pending
Complete
Not Turned In
Abbreviation
Pending
NTI
Missing
Assignment
Incomplete
M
Not Required
to Complete
NREQ
Inc
Notes
Assignment has not been graded or the deadline has not arrived
Completed assignment
Student was present but did not turn in the assignment. Late penalties
apply.
Student was absent. Student can receive full credit for the assignment
when returning to school.
Student failed to finish or hand in an acceptable quality of work on a major
assessment.
Student is not required to complete the assignment