This course explores the practical and artistic uses of today’s modern digital cameras. Students learn how to use a digital camera and edit their digital images using the latest image editing software. Students examine the history, theory, and methods of photographic expression, while applying their understanding to the production of their own creative works. Students are exposed to compositional rules and guidelines used in photography. Emphasis is placed upon the elements and principles of art and design.

Additional Expectations: Students are expected to supply their own digital cameras (6 or more mega-pixels suggested) with a removable digital media card.