Teacher Contact Info:
Mrs. Vance e-mail: erinvance@u-46.org *best form of communication*
Voicemail: (630) 213-5500 ext. 8649
SHS Photo website: http://www.geocities.com/sarah.cress/index.html
What’s this class about?
Discovery Photography is an introduction into the world of Photography. During the semester you will get just a glimpse of this popular art medium. We will discuss how photography came about, different types of cameras and techniques, darkroom printing, digital printing, and much, much more!
What are we going to do?
Throughout the semester you will have the opportunity to experiment with the following:
Pin Hole Camera Photograms Darkroom Printing
\Digital Photo Editing Composition Basics Developing Film
Exposure / Lighting Adobe Photoshop Photo Transferring
Do I need to buy supplies?
Required Materials:
- A notebook, journal or some other book to serve as a sketchbook and for note taking
- 25 – 50 sheets of RC photographic paper (matt or pearl finish)
- 4 or 5 rolls of 24 exposure black and white, 400 speed (Kodak Tri-X, T-Max, Ilford)
- 1” Binder for protection of prints and negatives
- Plastic sheet protectors
- Plastic negative sleeves
- USB Thumb drive (1 GB) for saving digital imaging
- Access to a digital camera or a disposable camera
**If you run out of any of these materials during the course of the semester, you will need to purchase more to fulfill the assignment requirements.**
Semester Fee – This should have been paid during registration and will cover your use of chemicals and maintenance of photographic equipment.
Businesses you can purchase photographic materials from:
Wolf Camera in Schaumburg or Crystal Lake
Ritz Camera in Spring Hill Mall
Card N Camera in Elgin
B & H Photographic: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/
Calumet: http://www.calumetphoto.com/
Freestyle Photographic: http://www.freestylephoto.biz/
When are assignments due?
You will get ample amount of time to complete each project. Unless otherwise announced, all projects can be turned in up to one week after the last day we work in class. Smaller assignments and homework will be due the day specified and will not be accepted late unless there is an excused absence.
Can I work during Study Hall and after school?
I am at school till at least 3:30pm everyday. You are always welcome to come in after school and work on any artwork. To come during a free period or study hall, you must get a pass from me before coming to work.
*Note: I am at Elgin HS in the morning, so you must
talk to another art teacher to get permission to work before school*
How will I be graded?
Your grade consists of small exercises and worksheets, large projects, work ethic and participation, which will be awarded after each unit. Your grade will be based on execution of art techniques and skills, craftsmanship, productivity, and creativity.
Large Projects will be the majority of your grade and will be graded as seen below:
90 and above – A exceeds requirements
80 and above – B meets requirements
70 and above – C meets requirements minimally
60 and above – D attempt made, but requirements not met
59 and below – F used little to no effort
**Field Trips: Students must have a C or above in all Art classes, No referrals in all Art classes, and no truancies or excessive tardies to attend any field trip.**
What are Mrs. Vance’s Rules?
- RESPECT your teachers, classmates, and the supplies
- Keep all supplies in your art bin, do not keep them in your locker
- Quiet talking is allowed if working productively
- No Food or Drinks
- No MP3 players – there will be music, don’t worry
*Remember: Think before you act. All actions have consequences!
So... How can I succeed in Mrs. Vance’s class?
- Enjoy the class! –if you do not, we can work together so you can!
- Turn in all your work on time
- Experiment – the best ideas come from trial and error
- Start keeping a sketchbook to record all of your ideas (especially if you plan on taking more art classes or make a career in art)
- Believe in yourself and your art!!
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