8_3 Lesson plan

Lesson Title:  Photo Scavenger Hunt

Grade Level:	9-12 (Beginner Photography Class)
Amount of time needed:	1-2 classes
Description:	In this lesson students will: Go on a photo scavenger hunt and find different design elements around the school and take photos with the digital camera.
Objectives:	At the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Become comfortable using camera and taking photos 2. Understand the importance of composition  3.  Identify elements and principles of design 4.  Improve observation skills
Materials needed:	Camera Ibook Authors
Instructions:	For the first photography project you will be going on a photo scavenger hunt. You will go around the school and find interesting examples of the items listed below. First, observe the object that exemplifies the items listed. This will help you build your observation skills and notice your surroundings in a careful manner. Then, think about the composition of the photo and take as many photos you would like. After finding all the items, you will sort through your photos and pick three of your favorite shots for each items. And we will make a e-book with your images.            1.     Line – curves, straight, diagonals…            2.     Contrast – in color, shapes, size…            3.     Shapes - geometric, organic, natural…            4.     Texture – smooth, rough, bumpy, sharp…            5.     Symbol – something you can visually        understand without using words            6.     Birds-eye-view – looking from above your normal point-of-view            7.     Self-portrait – not necessarily a picture of yourself but something that represents you visually