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Photo History
- Describe
the history of photography and its impact.
Objectives
- Learn
about the history of photography using a variety of resources.
- Present
information about one section of photo history in a short oral presentation
to the class.
- Listen
actively to student presentations.
All assignments
and self-evaluation rubrics must be included in the comprehensive binder.
- Watch
"150 Years of Photography Video" and complete worksheet.
- Write
a one page paper answering 1 of 3 questions pertaining to photo history
and today's society.
- Prepare
and give a presentation on one section of photo history and give an
oral presentation to the class.
- Take notes
on students presentations.
Photo
History Paper Assignment Sheet
Assignment:
- Write
a one page paper on one of the following topics.
- Choose
one topic for the subject of the paper.
- Use the
notes from the video, the textbook, notes from student presentations
and your knowledge as sources.
Topics:
- The changing
relationships between fine arts and photography from the 19th century
to the present.
- Photography
as an agent of change in society, then and today.
- Similarities
and differences between pinhole photography and historical photo techniques.
(Cabinet card, ambrotype, calotype, Caguerreotype, etc.)
- Speculate
on the future of photography with reference to time and motion, the
history of color, and the coming of digital photography.
Criteria:
- One page
typed
- Paragraph
form, using an introduction, body and summary paragraph
- Uses complete
sentences
- Compares
historical references and current references
- Utilize
spell check
- Gives
insight and depth on topic
Photo
History Paper Self-Evaluation
Complete
the following self-evaluation and attach to your paper. Circle the number
of points.
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Criteria
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| Gives
insight & depth on topic |
5 |
3 |
1 |
0 |
(x3) |
Paragraph
form:
using an intro, body & summary paragraph
uses complete sentences |
5 |
3 |
1 |
0 |
(x2) |
| Compares
historical references & current references |
5 |
3 |
1 |
0 |
(x3) |
| One
page typed |
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3 |
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0 |
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| States
topic at the beginning of the paper |
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3 |
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0 |
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| Utilize
spell check |
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3 |
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0 |
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| Handed
in on time |
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1 |
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50 points
possible
Total ______
Photography
1
Photo History Chapter 16
1. Daguerreotype-
The marvelous mirror
2. Calotype-
First photos on paper
3. Camera
Obscura- Forerunner to the modern camera
4. Ambrotype-
Negative viewed as a positive
5. Tintype-
Penny picture
6. Carte-de-visite-
Calling cards/ Early portraits
7. Cabinet
Card- Photos on the mantelpiece
8. Stereograph-
Parlor travel
9. Kodak
Brownie - Everyman's camera
10. Invention
of Photography-
11. Early
Portraits-
12. Images
of War- Matthew B. Brady
13. Early
Travel Photography-
14. Gelatin
Emulsion/ Roll Base Film-
15. Time
and Motion in Early Photography-
16. The Photograph
as a Document-
17. Photography
and Social Change-
18. Photography
as Art in the 19th century-
19. Pictorial
Photography and the Photo Secession-
20. Photography's
Impact on Painting-
21. The Direct
and Unmanipulated Image-
22. The Quest
for a New Vision-
23. Photography
as Art in the 1950's and Beyond-
24. Photojournalism-
25. The History
of color Photography-
Oral
Presentations
50 points
total
Include
the following information in your presentation:
- State
what your topic is.
- What is
its importance in Photo History?
- What is
the time period?
- Are there
any specific artists associated with this topic?
- Give any
necessary technical information about the topic.
- Make sure
to use "user friendly" terms. Don't use words that you don't
understand.
- Any poster
or handout that adds to your presentation is worth 5-10 points extra
credit!
Hints on giving
your presentation:
- Have notes/
notecards but don't just read from them
- Be interested
and others will be too
- Go over
the information at least once before giving your presentation to the
class
- Use your
own words
- Speak
slowly and clearly
- Have visual
aids
- Summarize
your presentation at the end
- Always
ask for questions at the end of a presentation
Presentation
for Kodak Grading Rubric
Total points - 60
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Excellent
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O.K.
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No
Way
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| Student
shows knowledge in the area |
20
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15
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7-0
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| Visual
examples enhance your presentation |
10
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7
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5-0
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| Information
is presented in user friendly terms |
10
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7
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5-0
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| Does
not read directly from notes |
5
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3
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1-0
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| A complete
list of references is included |
5
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0
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| A paragraph
is submitted on the significance of your segment and its info |
10
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7
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5-0
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