About the Project

The goal of the Awaken Your Inner Photographer project is to awaken my 7th and 8th grade middle school student’s inner photographer by offering them the opportunity to learn all aspects of photography. As students learn, they will come to understand that there is much more to photography than taking a selfie. Students will receive a year-long comprehensive look into the world of photography. They will develop many skills including an understanding of how a camera works, what makes photography an art, how to choose meaningful subjects that awaken their inner passion, the Elements of Composition, Elements of Art, Principles of Design, and the significance of backgrounds and foregrounds. Lastly, students will participate in a Photography Art Gallery Walk that will allow their photography to be showcased for parents, the school community, and surrounding district schools to enjoy and critique. Some student photographs will also share the space in our local art contests. This project will develop a student’s inner passion for photography and lay a foundation of art skills that they can build upon in their future if they wish to become a professional photographer.