Fine/Practical Arts Course for Grades 7, 8
Course Length
1 Semester
Every photo tells a story—what will yours say?
Available August 2025
In this course, you’ll explore the art of photography by learning how to use a camera, work with lighting, and choose meaningful subjects. Through hands-on practice and creative challenges, you’ll develop the skills to capture powerful images that reflect both your perspective and your God-given creativity. Discover how photography can be a tool for storytelling, connection, and beauty in a world full of visual messages.
Required Materials
*A Smartphone may be used for most required tasks; however, appropriate applications will need to be installed to allow the student to make the necessary adjustments to the camera mode, shutter speed, and aperture.
- Digital camera: “point and shoot” or above
- USB cable, as needed to transfer photos
- Audio recording device
- Video recording device
- An everyday household object (like a TV, refrigerator, etc.)
- Assorted food items
- Backdrop (blanket, construction paper, sheet, etc.)
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Overview of Concepts
- Unit 1: Introduction to Photography
- Unit 2: Meeting your Camera
- Unit 3: Photography as Art
- Unit 4: Choosing a Subject
- Unit 5: Elements of Composition
- Unit 6: Backgrounds and Foregrounds
- Unit 7: Photographing People
- Unit 8: Managing & Editing Your Photos