BAA [ Photography 11 ] Framework
District Name: Okanagan Skaha
District Number: 67
Developed by: Fine Arts Department
Date Developed: October 13, 2004
School Name: Penticton Secondary School
Principal’s Name: Peter Corcoran
Board/Authority Approval Date:
Board/Authority Signature:
Course Name: Photography 11
Grade Level of Course: 10 – 12 allowed in
Number of Course Credits: 2 (applied skill or fine arts)
Number of Hours of Instruction: 60
Prerequisite(s): none
Special Training, Facilities or Equipment Required: Darkroom and equipment, cameras (35 ml), cameras
(digital), digital editing equipment and sound recording equipment.
Course Synopsis: This course is designed to introduce the basics of the art curriculum through the historical
development of photography. Photography will augment students’ knowledge of art and design using photography
techniques through the image development of photographic images. Students will use a variety of photographic
techniques to create meaningful imagery. In addition to taking pictures, students will learn how to develop
negatives and prints in the traditional darkroom style, and will manipulate digital images to create a video story.
Classes will focus on experiential learning through practical demonstrations and labs. Evaluation will be based on
performance in both group and individual settings. This course is intended to interface with Career and Personal
Planning 10 and 11; offering students an opportunity to explore visual imagery through a 2 credit option.
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Rationale: The aim Photography is to allow students the opportunity to apply knowledge, skills and attitudes
which will enable them to gain a visual understanding of the imagery and techniques employed throughout the
world. Students will be exposed to a variety of technology which will enable them to gain a better understanding of
visual concepts and photographic techniques that are still available today. The culmination of this exploration will
be to create a muli-media digital presentation that includes the elements and principles of design, using technology
readily available and used in the industry today. The skills acquired through practical lab work and co-operative
learning will enhance the student’s ability to create better visual images for their future family pictures, and to
expose them to the potential of a media career.
Organizational Structure:
Unit/Topic
Title
Time
Unit 1
Pin-hole camera and no camera photography
10 hours
Unit 2
Elements of design (35 ml camera)
6 hours
Unit 3
Principles of design (35 ml camera)
6 hours
Unit 4
National Geographic techniques (35 ml and digital camera)
20 hours
Unit 5
Music video (still photography with digital camera)
18 hours
Total Hours
60 hours
Unit/Topic/Module Descriptions:
Unit 1: Pin-hole camera and no camera photography
Time: 10 hours
Overview
Students will explore creating photographic images using a variety of techniques that do not use traditional cameras.
The teacher will demonstrate products and techniques and the students will show their learning through practical
labs. Some of the photographic techniques which may be included in this unit are: Pin-hole cameras, camera-less
sandwiches, and photogram. Students will learn basic darkroom techniques using enlargers and will develop prints
using traditional darkroom chemicals.
Curriculum Organizers and Learning Outcomes
Problem Solving
It is expected that students will:
 Create a working pin-hole camera using a tin can
 Create several photo images using non-camera techniques
Communication
It is expected that students will:
 use tools such as the enlarger, pin-hole camera, and developing trays to create personally meaningful imagery
 use appropriate language when discussing the technology related to developing photo imagery
Technology
It is expected that students will:
 use the appropriate tool, technique and method when creating each of the photo techniques
 maintain an orderly and safe darkroom when developing their images
Self and Society
It is expected students will:
 Demonstrate knowledge of the technology used to create photographic images
 Demonstrate an interest in exploring their environment in search of meaningful and exciting imagery.
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Unit 2: Elements of design (35 ml camera)
Time: 6 hours
Overview
Students will explore personally meaningful imagery through an understanding of the Elements of design (Line,
texture, value, shape, colour, and space). The teacher will demonstrate the basics of 35 ml photography, and the
students will photograph images that demonstrate their knowledge of the elements of design. Students will compare
and contrast their imagery in co-operative group assignment to be presented to the class as a poster of their learning.
Curriculum Organizers and Learning Outcomes
Problem Solving
It is expected that students will:
 identify similarities and differences in the use of the elements of design in their imagery
 use appropriate criteria of the elements of design when evaluating their imagery
Communication
It is expected that students will:
 use a 35 ml camera and successfully take pictures manipulating fstop and shutter speeds.
 use appropriate language when discussing the elements of design.
Technology
It is expected that students will:
 use the appropriate tool, technique and method when creating their personally meaningful imagery
 use a 35 ml camera properly
 remove film from a 35 ml camera
 load a developing tank by themselves in the dark
 develop negatives
 properly store negatives
 use an enlarger to create a properly exposed image
Self and Society
It is expected students will:
 demonstrate knowledge of the use of a 35 ml camera.
 demonstrate a willingness to maintain the cleanliness of the darkroom
 demonstrate a willingness to work with a group of students in a team project
Unit 3: Principles of design (35 ml camera)
Time: 6 hours
Overview
Students will explore personally meaningful imagery through an understanding of the Principles of Design (unity,
balance, pattern, rhythm, emphasis). The teacher will demonstrate advanced techniques in 35 ml photography, and
the students will photograph images that demonstrate their knowledge of the Principles of Design. Students will
compare and contrast their imagery in co-operative group assignment to be presented to the class as a poster of their
learning.
Curriculum Organizers and Learning Outcomes
Problem Solving
It is expected that students will:
 identify similarities and differences in the use of the principles of design in their imagery
 use appropriate criteria of the elements and principles of design when evaluating their imagery
Communication
It is expected that students will:
 use a 35 ml camera to manipulate depth and shutter speed in a variety of lighting conditions.
 use appropriate language when discussing the principles of design.
Technology
It is expected that students will:
 use the appropriate tool, technique and method when creating their personally meaningful imagery
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Self and Society
 As in Unit 2
Unit 4: National Geographic techniques (35 ml and digital camera) Time: 20 hours
Overview
Students will explore personally meaningful imagery through an understanding of the techniques used by
photographers for National Geographic (leading lines, framing, viewpoint, rule of thirds, blur and shadows) The
teacher will demonstrate the art of taking more advanced photographic images. The teacher will also demonstrate
the use of a digital camera and the technology associated with displaying and saving digital imagery. Students will
compare and contrast their imagery in co-operative group assignment to be presented to the class as a poster of their
learning, and will create an animation sequence using people (pixilation) in a simple repeating activity.
Curriculum Organizers and Learning Outcomes
Problem Solving
It is expected that students will:
 identify similarities and differences in the use of the elements, principles and national geographic design
techniques in their imagery
 use appropriate criteria of the elements and principles of design when evaluating their imagery using the
National Geographic techniques.
Communication
It is expected that students will:
 use a 35 ml camera and a digital camera to successfully take pictures manipulating fstop and shutter speeds.
 Use a tri-pod to create a simple animation sequence
 use the appropriate language of the elements and principles of design when discussing their imagery.
Technology
It is expected that students will:
 use the appropriate tool, technique and method when creating their personally meaningful imagery
 use a tri-pod correctly
 use a digital camera
 download their images on a computer
 use Imageready in Photoshop to create video clips
 use IMovie to put their movie together
Self and Society
 As in Unit 2
Unit 5: Music video (still photography with digital camera)
Time: 18 hours
Overview
Students will explore story telling in a multi-media platform that uses digital imagery and create a music video. The
teacher will demonstrate products and techniques and the students will show their learning through the completion
of a music video. Some of the products which may be included in this unit are: digital cameras, tri-pods, Photoshop,
Imageready, Imovie, video editing, sound editing. Students will create a music video that will be presented to the
class, and possibly appear in one of our film festivals.
Curriculum Organizers and Learning Outcomes
Problem Solving
It is expected that students will:
 Use the elements and principles of design, and the National Geographic techniques to create a visually
stimulating and entertaining music video
 use appropriate criteria of the elements and principles of design when evaluating their video
Communication
It is expected that students will:
 use a 35 digital camera and tri-pod to create an entertaining music video
 use appropriate language when discussing their video (elements and principles of design).
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Technology
It is expected that students will:
 use the appropriate tool, technique and method when creating their personally meaningful imagery
 use a digital camera
 use a movie editing program
Self and Society
It is expected students will:
 demonstrate knowledge of the use of a digital camera.
 demonstrate knowledge in editing a movie.
 demonstrate a willingness to maintain the cleanliness of their editing station.
 demonstrate a willingness to work with a group of students in a team project.
Instructional Component:
 direct instruction
 demonstration
 videotape
 group work
 practical lab work
 modelling
 analysis of own and classmates projects
Assessment Component:
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70% of the grade will be based on practical lab work which will be teacher, peer and self assessed. This will
reflect the practical nature of this course.
30 % of the grade will be based on daily attendance, effort and achievement on a variety of projects, group
activities and tests. This will encourage students’ active daily participation in the course.
Learning Resources:
 handouts created by instructor.
 A variety of photographic manuals and magazines.
Additional Information:
Photography has been taught at Penticton Secondary School since 2001 and has enjoyed great popularity and
success with the students. It has grown from an enrolment of 50 to over 125 students in 2004-2005.
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