One of the main points of this unit is to focus on playing with DEPTH OF FIELD, also known as playing with APERTURE (part of the exposure triangle). So let's refresh our minds what that is 👇🏼

EXERCISE PRATICE: 

1. Pick an object from your backpack 

2. I want you to shoot on Aperture Priority Mode so you can adjust your ISO and Aperture, but then your camera does the thinking for the shutter speed for you. 

• Since we're practicing in class, start with ISO 400 and F Stop 3.5 (keep your lens zoomed out, you move closer to your subject if you need to).

• Then take another photo with F Stop 5.6 and change your ISO so that the photo isn't blurry or dark. Write down what ISO you had to change it to to make it well exposed. 

• Then take another photo with F Stop 8 and change your ISO so that the photo isn't blurry or dark. Write down what ISO you had to change it to to make it well exposed.

• Then take another photo at F16 and change your ISO so that the photo isn't blurry or dark again. Write down what ISO you had to change it to to make it well exposed.

Then with those 4 images, place them on a PowerPoint presentation and explain the difference you see in EACH photo. You can even use arrows to point out the difference if you wanted. 

Know how to change your focus points on your camera. This is for CANON and NIKON. 

Learning Target:

Students will capture dynamic and expressive portraits by mastering aperture settings to control depth of field, utilizing natural light and creative composition, and refining their images in Photoshop to enhance the final result. 

Learning Intentions:

• I will understand the role of aperture in controlling depth of field and how to use it to achieve sharp focus on my subject while blurring the background for a professional look.

• I will apply aperture settings to manipulate how much of the portrait is in focus, using shallow depth of field for emphasis on the subject and deeper depth for context and environmental portraits.

• I will experiment with different lighting techniques, utilizing natural light sources to enhance the mood and texture of the portrait.

• I will compose portraits thoughtfully, considering framing, angles, and positioning to create engaging and aesthetically pleasing images.

• I will capture authentic expressions and emotions by interacting with the subject, ensuring that the portrait conveys their personality and story.

• I will use Photoshop to refine portraits, applying techniques such as skin smoothing, color grading, and background enhancements to elevate the overall image.

• I will reflect on the technical and creative aspects of my work, evaluating how my use of aperture, composition, and editing techniques contribute to the final portrait.

How:

• 1.1.2 Describe the significance of infulential historical photographers

• 1.1.3 Research significant developments, advancements and current trends in the evolution of photography

• 3.3.1 Identify and apply guidelines for composition (e.g. simplicity, rule of thirds, point of view, focal point, proportion/scale, framing, etc.)

• 3.4.1 Communicate a specific idea or narrative through photographic imagery

• 4.1.4 Demonstrate proper handling of a digital camera

• 4.1.5 Navigate menus of digital cameras

• 5.1.1 Describe and utilize the basic elements of exposure (e.g., ISO, aperture, and shutter speed.)

• 5.1.7 List the factors that affect depth of field

• 7.2.3 Demonstrate digital manipulation (e.g., layers, layer mask, etc.)

• 7.2.1 Demonstrate understanding of global and local image enhancements using digital imaging software

• 7.2.5 Apply image adjustments (e.g., levels, curves, contrast, etc.)

HOW: 

Students will apply these skills with proper camera's that are either supplied by themselves or by the teacher. They will then demonstrate their photoshop skills in class in Adobe Photoshop