Grade 11 Photography Research Project: Masters of Photography For - - PDF document

SLIDE 1

Grade 11 Photography Research Project: Masters of Photography

For this project you are to research a famous photographer and present your findings to the

• class. The project will have two major components:

1) Presentation 2) Critique Presentation – For the presentation you are to teach the class about your chosen photographer. The easiest and best way to do this would be to use PowerPoint as it allows you to show lots of

• images. Computers are available in the classroom for students to use if you do not have access

to one at home, and the program is very easy to learn if you have not used it before. I will show you past examples of presentations by students so that you have an understanding of what is

• expected. Your presentation must include a full critique of one image as well.

Critique - Your critique must be typed and follow the format taught in class. (Description, Analysis, Interpretation and Judgment). Please include an image of the photograph as well. Minimum Requirements a) Presentation – 5 to 10 minutes 12+ slides (Level 3) INFORMATION IS NOT TO BE CUT & PASTE FROM THE INTERNET!!! The presentation is to demonstrate your understanding of the photographer and Informing the class of their work. It should include lots of images, relevant & interesting information as well as a final slide stating your information sources b) Critique – two pages minimum (Level 3) I will be giving lessons on how to write critiques of artwork. Basically your written critique will follow four steps: 1) Description, 2) Analysis, 3) Interpretation and 4) Judgment. Following the critique you also must include a page with the image you are discussing. There are to be no duplicate selection of photographers. Don’t be disappointed. Give your selection to the teacher early. EXAMPLES: (some pre-approved photographers) Ansel Adams Steve McCurry Annie Leibovitz Jerry Uselmann David Doublet Brassai Edward Weston Weegee Diane Arbus Walker Evans Edward Steichen James Natchwey Margaret Bourke-White Irving Penn Ann Geddes Eugene Smith Neil Leifer Robert Capa Bob Martin Bob Gruen Canadian Photographers: Edward Burtynsky Karsh Freeman Patterson Paul Nicklen NOTE: During your research you may come across some artworks that use the nude human form (male & female). Please keep in mind that we will be studying and analyzing these works from an educational viewpoint, uncovering the deeper meaning behind the work. DUE DATE & PRESENTATIONS: _______________. Your critique is due the day of your

• presentation. You are expected to present on the day that you are assigned.

SLIDE 2

Excellent web site for images & info: http://www.masters-of-photography.com/

Suggested Structure & Research for Presentation:

1) Autobiographical Summary – pertinent facts about his/her life which influenced work. a) Early Life – where they are from?

• factors that influenced their life

b) Training – did they go to school?

• how did they learn their craft/art?

c) Current Events – were there any world events that affected their work?

• events that affected their life

2) The Work of the Master a) Subject Matter – what did they photograph?

• portraits, still life, sports, nature etc.

b) Personal Approach – what was their style?

• unique approach to their subject

c) Unique Philosophy – did they have any philosophy or belief that guided their work/art 3) Contributions Did they have any contributions to the medium of photography? Did they invent anything? Start any kind of style or influence? 4) Critique of one image: Your presentation must include a full critique of one image.

Project Checklist: - check off each box once completed

Presentation ___

• presentation 5 to 10 minutes long 12+ slides (Level 3)

___

• final presentation in P:photo directory, under your name,
• n the day it is due before the start of class

___

• presentation concludes with a critique of one image

___

• presentation includes a good balance of text/information and images

___

• images are not stretched or of extreme poor quality

___

• presentation includes lots of information on who the

photographer is and why they are important ___ - final slide includes references (information sources)

Everything is due at the time of your presentation. No late presentations.

SLIDE 3

Grade 11 Photography – ISU #1 – Masters of Photography Research Paper and Presentation Name:________________ OVERALL MARK: ________ Level 0 under 50% Level 1 50-59% Level 2 60-69% Level 3 70-79% Level 4 80-100% Depth and Analysis

• f Research (Knowledge)
• relevant information
• research into

background/history of photographer

• analysis of photographic

technique and style

• research of topic is

severely incomplete and/or inaccurate

• there is no evaluation
• r comprehension of

researched material

• research of topic

under study demonstrates limited use of inquiry skills

• evaluation of

aspects under study is based on limited research

• research of topic

under study demonstrates some use of inquiry skills

• evaluation of aspects

under study is based

• n some research
• research of topic under

study demonstrates considerable use of inquiry skills

• evaluation of aspects

under study is based on considerable research

• research of topic under

study demonstrates thorough use of inquiry skills

• evaluation of aspects

under study is based on thorough research

Critique (Thinking)

• critique format and depth
• f analysis
• incorrect and/or

incomplete analysis of image

• analysis of image

demonstrates limited use of critical thinking

• analysis of image

demonstrates some use of critical thinking

• analysis of image

demonstrates considerable use of critical thinking

• analysis of image

demonstrates thorough use of critical thinking

Written Report

(Application)

• standard report format

(typed, double spaced etc.), content and coherence

• variety in research and

use of references

• report is incomplete

and/or does not meet minimum requirements

• report displays poor

effort in research and no use of references

• report does not

follow guidelines and format

• report displays a

limited effort in research and use of references

• report sometimes

follows guidelines and format

• report displays some

effort in research and use of references

• report consistently

follows guidelines and format

• report displays a good

variety of research and a competent use of references

• report exceeds

guidelines and format

• report displays an

excellent variety of research and strong use

• f references

Presentation

(Communication)

• ability to demonstrates

an understanding of topic under study

• communication of

information to audience

• effort and design of

presentation materials

• demonstrates a

severe lack of understanding of topic under study

• incomplete, too brief,
• r did not present

information

• very little to no effort
• r incomplete
• demonstrates

limited understanding

• f topic under study
• communication of

information with limited clarity

• limited effort,

poor design

• demonstrates some

understanding of topic under study

• communication of

information with some clarity

• some level of effort is

visible, acceptable design

• demonstrates

considerable understanding of topic under study

• communication of

information with considerable clarity

• good level of effort put

forth, strong design

• demonstrates

thorough understanding

• f topic under study
• communication of

information with high degree of clarity

• excellent level of effort

put forth, excellent design