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K–12 Standards

DOE Code: 5570 Commercial Photography for Grades 11-12

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Domain – Camera Operation

  • I

    Domain – Camera Operation

Core Standard 1 - Students formulate a clear understanding of the purpose and function of a camera and the camera’s working parts for use in commercial photography.

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    Standards

    1. 1

      Describe and demonstrate basic and advanced camera operationsCP-1.1

    2. 2

      Define terms related to camera settings and functionsCP-1.2

    3. 3

      Identify different types of digital cameras, the location of their basic components, and the benefits and drawbacks of each typeCP-1.3

    4. 4

      Identify, describe and use all of the parts of a 35mm SLR or Digital SLR camera in manual modeCP-1.4

    5. 5.

      Identify and describe how different camera exposures relate to each otherCP-1.5

    6. 6

      Demonstrate the steps to capture an imageCP-1.6

    7. 7

      Apply appropriate maintenance and handling of a cameraCP-1.7

    8. 8

      Recognize the effects of different lenses in a variety of different photographic situationsCP-1.8

Domain – Photographic Principles

  • II

    Domain – Photographic Principles

Core Standard 2 - Students apply and adapt traditional photographic principles to design quality photos.

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    Standards

    1. 1

      Identify and define elements and principles of design related to photographyCP-2.1

    2. 2

      Identify and define basic compositional variations utilized throughout the world of photographyCP-2.2

    3. 3

      Demonstrate lighting and studio lighting principals and techniquesCP-2.3

    4. 4

      Students analyze, assess, and derive meaning from commercial art, including their own, according to the elements of art, the principles of design, and aesthetic qualitiesCP-2.4

    5. 5

      Apply visual and verbal communication skillsCP-2.5

    6. 6

      Recognize how photography relates to the world around usCP-2.6

    7. 7

      Examine the basic concept of good composition found in any photographCP-2.7

    8. 8

      Identify the impact the background behind a subject has on the image qualityCP-2.8

    9. 9

      Demonstrate knowledge of ISO selection and proper exposure settings for a variety of situationsCP-2.9

    10. 10

      Demonstrate an understanding of artificial and natural lighting techniques as they apply to different situations and effectsCP-2.10

Domain – Photographic Post-Production

  • III

    Domain – Photographic Post-Production

Core Standard 3 Students produce edited and formatted photographs/files for use in different types of media.

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    Standards

    1. 1

      Identify, describe, and use all relevant darkroom equipment, chemicals, and suppliesCP-3.1

    2. 2

      Utilize tools available in photographic editing software to manipulate imagesCP-3.2

    3. 3

      Demonstrate an understanding of the software that manages images in the computerCP-3.3

    4. 4

      Create original photographs of increasing complexity and skill in a variety of media as needed in a commercial settingCP-3.4

    5. 5

      Evaluate a photograph for the effective use of the elements and principles of artCP-3.5

Domain – Photography File Management

  • IV

    Domain – Photography File Management

Core Standard 4 - Students manage the distribution and storage of photographs/files for efficiency of work flow and the development of a portfolio.

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    Standards

    1. 1

      Identify digital file formats as they relate to size, quality, and transfer capabilitiesCP-4.1

    2. 2

      Create a system involving photographic files for efficient storage and recallCP-4.2

    3. 3

      Demonstrate how to use photo editing software to set size and resolution for images based on the intended use of the imageCP-4.3

    4. 4

      Demonstrate an understanding of digital file formats as they pertain to image capture, manipulating, storing, and printing of digital imagesCP-4.4

    5. 5

      Demonstrate an understanding of how pixels are used in digital photographyCP-4.5

    6. 6

      Use and identify memory devices and file types associated with digital camerasCP-4.6

    7. 7

      Students will demonstrate knowledge in creating a physical and/or electronic portfolioCP-4.7

Domain – Careers in Photography

  • V

    Domain – Careers in Photography

Core Standard 5 - Students analyze opportunities in commercial and digital photography for potential careers.

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    Standards

    1. 1

      Indentify work ethics and behaviors that are important for educational and occupational photography successCP-5.1

    2. 2

      Students identify skills used in vocational, cultural, and recreational opportunities in photographCP-5.2

    3. 3

      Describe connections between photography and other disciplines to see how they work togetherCP-5.3

    4. 4

      Develop career awareness related to working in the photography industryCP-5.4

    5. 5

      Explore opportunities for advanced trainingCP-5.5

    6. 6

      Explore entrepreneurship opportunitiesCP-5.6

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