Introduction to Photography

This intense 9 - lesson course is geared towards students who are looking for ways to expand their photographic skills in photographic composition and design. In this course, the composition of the photographed image is the emphasis - not the basic use of the camera. Students should already be familiar with taking photographs with their cameras (iPods, iPhones, isomethings, etc.). By exploring and experimenting with a variety of photographic styles, students will strengthen their skills and eye for composition.

By exploring the work of famous photographic artists and various photographic techniques and challenges, students will create for themselves a strong and expansive portfolio. Students should plan to spend 6-10 hours on each lesson. Based on the extensive amount of work required, it is suggested that students receive 1/2 high school credit for their work.

Expectations for each lesson:
1. Study a photographer and his/her work. Write 200-400 words about the photographer.
2. Scrapbook - Chose the photos from the photographer of the lesson that best represent the topics covered in the lesson.
3. Projects: - Complete photography project based on a composition lesson.
4. Completion of the "Final Project."

Amy Gillispie and her husband, Father Robert, began homeschooling their nine children in 1999.   Amy was graduated from The Ohio State University with a B.S.  in Architecture, did her Master’s work in Liturgical Architecture, played the organ for her church at twelve years old, danced in a ballet/jazz company, worked as a photographer/developer, directs musicals, is a COPE certified health coach, a registered IEW teacher and a licensed Simply Music Piano Instructor.  She wrote her own architecture curriculum and began teaching architecture courses to students from around the world when she created her business, Building Brilliant Minds, in 2009.  “Architecture” and “Music/Piano” continue to hold her heart because the possibilities are intertwined and infinite.    Mrs. G’s Architecture and Piano courses may be taken online during the arranged Zoom classes or privately.   For more information,  email Mrs. G.  at  musicarch.clrc@icloud.com , or visit her website at www.buildingbrilliantmindsonline.com .