Agenda 1/28/09 Digital Photography Please DO NOT turn on the computers today! Sit in your assigned seat (check the seating chart on the white board). –If you have a MAJOR problem with your assigned seat, talk to me outside of class. Welcome, Attendance, and Introductions Class Expectations The Visual Classroom Lesson 1 AUP Discussion Homework!

Homework 1/28/09 Due Friday Find, buy, or make a sketchbook and bring it to next class and EVERY class thereafter –UNLINED paper –About 8 1/2 x 11 inch paper (can be a little smaller or bigger, but please not tiny or huge) –At least 100 pages –Bound securely –Covered front and back Read and sign Class Expectation sheet Have parents read and sign Class Expectation sheet (due back signed by Friday!)

Introduction Think of Fine Art Digital Photography as a traditional art class where the tools are different: instead of canvas and paint, we use cameras, computers, software programs, and printers. The emphasis is on approaching the world of photography as a means of artistic expression (this is different than "photojournalism" or taking "snapshots.") As with all art classes that are project-based, students at all levels are able to succeed in Fine Art Digital Photography as long as you commit yourself to the art-making process.

Fine Art Digital Photography is designed for students who are interested in fine art photography with digital tools. General computer experience is a prerequisite, but no prior knowledge of the particular software programs used in the class is required. Because of the project-based nature of the class, students at all levels will be able to learn at their own pace and create meaningful pieces to add to their portfolio.

Content Standards The Visual Arts Standards are infused in the Fine Art Digital Photography curriculum. You will start by “learning to really see photography” (artistic perception and aesthetic valuing) and “studying the masters of photography” (historical and cultural context).

Throughout the photographic projects that you complete (creative expression), you are constantly evaluating the artistic skill, both aesthetics and expression, of your own and other’s work (aesthetic valuing) and placing the work in a broader context (connections, relationships, and applications and historical and cultural context). In addition, throughout the course, you will be constantly evaluating your own work and your own progress (connections, relationships, applications).

The Rules 1. Display the correct attitude (see below). 2. Be on-time and physically, mentally, and creatively present. 3. Bring your sketchbook to class EVERYDAY. 4. Behave and dress appropriately and professionally in the classroom and " on location".

6. No Cell Phones or Electronics. No Exceptions! 7. No Food or Drink, No Exceptions! Because of the very expensive equipment we have in the computer lab, there will be absolutely no food or drink allowed in the lab. If I see it, I will throw it away!

Student's who misbehave in anyway outside of the classroom, this includes being off task, will have their camera priveleges taken away for the remainder of the course. This policy is not taken lightly nor is it metered out without reason. It is my desire to spend my time teaching and not having to deal with discipline issues.

Attitude Be prepared embrace the creative process and to learn from each other and share the studio. Your success in the course will rely on your effort in learning new material, your desire to help me and fellow students, and your respect for our precious (and expensive) equipment and resources. You will also be expected to behave in a professional and ethical manner. Understand that rudeness and disrespect will not be tolerated. Come to class every day with a positive attitude, showing patience, tolerance, respect, and cooperation.

Materials You will be required to keep a sketchbook and bring it to class everyday. You can either buy a traditional unlined sketchbook or make your own from unlined paper 100 sheets of paper about 8 1⁄2 x 11 inches in size. This sketchbook will be where you write down your thoughts on questions I will ask you to get the creative juices flowing.

Camera use and lab time, will be provided to you. Any extra supplies that you choose to use, you will need to provide yourself. You are welcome to use your own digital camera to complete assignments, but the camera must have MANUAL controls (you must be able to set the focus, aperture, and shutter speed manually; digital SLRs are the best because they allow for the most creative control) and be able to record EXIF data (date, time, settings). If you are thinking about using your own camera, please bring it in for me to evaluate whether you can use it for class assignments

Figure and Film Studies Students will be working with visual materials such as famous art works, films of famous artists, charts and diagrams, slides, VHS tapes/video disks, the World Wide Web, and computer programs. This material may contain complete anatomical references, nude model poses and views of artists working from the nude in their studios, as well as scenes from modern films. The material may also mention and discuss the alternative lifestyles sometimes lived by famous artists, and may be expressed in language that might be considered offensive to some people. If you have questions, please contact me at

Grading 30% of your grade will come from " Practice Work". Practice work is all the work that you will do in class and at home to gain inspiration, do research, brainstorm ideas, practice techniques, explore concepts and ideas, and write about your art-making process. You need to document your practice work in your sketchbook. Some practice work will also be small assignments that have a due date, but most will be ongoing work that is unique to each individual.

70% of your grade will come from " Presentation Work". Presentation work is all the "major" projects that you do; the ones that you will present to the class during critiques. Both technical skill and artistic skill (elements of art, principles of design, color theory, composition, and in most assignments, ability to communicate conceptually) will be evaluated in presentation- level work. Meaning and originality in the work is highly respected. There is always a self- evaluation component to every presentation- level project.

Students seeking an "A" grade must complete all aspects of all assignments and turn them in on time, even the smallest oversight may threaten your mark. Excellence in Photography is often found in the details.

Late Work and "Regrades" Because you will be presenting your work to the class during critiques, it is vital that you turn in your completed project by the deadline. If you do not, you will lose one grade (10%) per class day that a project is late. You may redo the project for a higher grade if you wish. Make an appointment with me for a “regrade conference” outside of class time and you must bring your original grading sheet to that conference. You can raise any aspect of your grade except for points lost due to turning in the project late. All regrades must be completed within ten school days of the posted grade.

Attendance Prompt attendance to class is extremely important, as class begins when the bell rings. This means that you need to be seated in your assigned seats and ready to work, I take attendance when the bell rings. Additionally, there will be a second roll at the end of the period, in order to received credit you must be in your seat.

Unexcused Tardy Policy- The CCA Tardy policy is as follows: 1st tardy - teacher warning, 2nd tardy - phone call home, 3rd tardy – Four hour Saturday School, 4th tardy – Referral to Assistant Principal. As I will begin immediately with an opening assignment for credit each day, it is imperative that you are in your assigned seat on time.

If you are leaving class for a doctor’s appointment, athletic game, etc. in which you need a note from the attendance office, you are required to obtain the note during non-class time. You are not excused to leave during class to get the note.

Classroom Management Guidelines Cell Phone Policy- Cell phones, pagers, etc. are not appropriate during class. If these items are out during class time they will be confiscated. During the first week of the school year the equipment will be taken by the teacher and returned to the owner at the end of the class period.

The Canyon Crest Academic Dishonesty Policy will be enforced. Honest behavior is expected from all students. Any unauthorized collaboration, plagiarism, forgery, theft, or other dishonest behavior will result in disciplinary action. The consequences followed can be found in the Canyon Crest Student Handbook.

Home Work Find Your teacher on the Web, locate the Spring calendar on the web, find the Class Expectations and Rules… Print out the last section and have it signed by Friday.

Acceptable Use Policy Have a Clear Academic Reason for being on the Web, and teacher permission! Do not go around WEBSENSE Just because Websense didn’t block it, doesn’t mean you aren’t gonna get in trouble for viewing it! Absolutely anything you do on a school computer or server is viewable and NOT private. Your files are not always safe on the Share/Home. Do not stream Video or play any Games on the ‘net.

Acceptable Use Policy If you do not follow the AUP consequences: –Monetary fines for damages including teacher staff time –Criminal Charges –Suspension from School (3 times in the last year) –Expulsion from School (not yet) –Removal from Computer accounts and the Course. Three times students have been booted from computer classes that I’ve taught. I like students, but I like feeding myself too. The district’s rules and consequences will be inforced. You just received your second warning.