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MODULE 7

TOPIC – PHOTOGRAPHY

7.1 The Origin of Photography

7.2 Importance of Photography
7.4 Rule of Thirds Composition
7.5 Types of Photography
7.6 Essential Components and Features of a Camera

TIME FRAME: 5 hrs.

INTRODUCTION

Figure 1 (c) bplana blog

Photography is the art of capturing light with a camera, usually via a digital sensor or film, to
create an image. With the right camera equipment, you can even photograph wavelengths of
light invisible to the human eye, including UV, infrared, and radio.

Photography is the whole world full of adventures, interesting events, stories, games of colors
and light. As one of the most interesting and exciting forms of art, it appeared a long time ago,
and to this time has been greatly influencing the human life. In the 19th century, for example,
the adherents of positivism believed that photography is a science that allows to record reality.
Photography, both art and science, has constantly been improved by different artists, inventors,
scientists, and engineers.

We are all accustomed to believe by taking pictures we capture the best moments of our life,
and photographs help to recall the events of the past. However, there is much more to tell. A

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photographer is a painter who depicts his life on a canvas by conveying certain emotions or
experiences, and who describes reality the way he or she sees it or wants it to be. So, we
cannot always be sure whether a photograph reflects reality with the highest accuracy or vice
versa, hides it. Let’s consider a number of current arguments and facts about photography, and
find out what it really is.

OBJECTIVES
At the end of this lesson, students are expected to:

 Recognize the history and importance of photography;

 Appreciate the “Rule of Third” in photography;
 Discuss the types of photography;
 Demonstrate understanding of the essential components and features of a camera;
and,
 Make a photo essay that displays an ability to do photography.

PRE-TEST

Capture Me. Take a PORTRAIT of yourself/ someone else. Your teacher will post your
preliminary activity on your facebook group and you need to comment the photo there.
Most creative shots will get additional points.

LEARNING ACTIVITIES

Assigned Reading/text

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SELF-EVALUATION

Picture Analysis: Look at the picture carefully. Make your title of this and explain your reflection
about it.

Figure 5 © G. Palmisano

Title:

Reflection:

REVIEW OF CONCEPTS

Bracketing – taking a series of images at different exposures or EV. You may see a setting on
your camera that says AEB (auto exposure bracketing). This is often used when creating HDR
images or in difficult lighting situations where you may want to have a range of exposures from
light to dark.

DSLR – digital single lens reflex camera. Any digital camera with interchangeable lenses where
the image is viewed using a mirror and prism, and the image is taken directly through that lens.
What you see in your viewfinder is what the lens sees.

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Exposure – the total amount of light reaching the digital sensor. It is controlled by setting the
aperture, shutter speed and ISO.

Shutter speed – the amount of time the shutter is opened during an exposure. The shutter
speed controls motion. Use a fast speed (like 1/2000th of a second) to freeze motion, or a slow
one (1/4 of a second or longer) to blur moving objects.

Ambient light – also referred to as available light, is the light that is occurring in the scene
without adding any flash or light modifiers. This could be daylight, or man made light such as
tungsten or fluorescent bulbs.

Reflector – a device that is used to reflect light, generally back towards the subject. It can be a
specialized factory made reflector or as simple as a piece of white cardboard.

Selfie – a self portrait

Golden hour – also called “magic hour” is the hour right before sunset or right after sunrise.
The sun is low on the horizon and it is an optimal time for photography.

POST-TEST

Photo Essay. Create a photo essay (5 photos) that shows your understanding about the
category provided. Each of the five photos will have its own theme. Try to showcase
variety of photography styles. Put your photos in a PowerPoint and each of it must have
a caption. (I will pick the best photos for every category)

Category #1: Emotions

Category #2: Extraordinary
Category #3: Golden Hour
Category #4: Nature
Category #5: Favorite color

What is a photo essay? - A photo essay is a series of photographs that tell a story. Unlike a written
essay, a photo essay focuses on visuals instead of words. With a photo essay, you can stretch your
creative limits and explore new ways to connect with your audience. Whatever your photography skill
level, you can recreate your own fun and creative photo essay.

REFERENCES

Ramos, Arnulfo B. (2018). Art Appreciation for the New General Education Curriculum. First
Edition. 65 Arellano St., Davao City: SMKC Printshoppe

[Link]

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