Media Arts and Future Frontiers · Media Arts

The Art of the Frame

Mastering digital photography through the study of lighting, aperture, and rule of thirds.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the choice of a camera angle change the viewer's perception of the subject?
  2. 2What is the difference between capturing a moment and creating a scene?
  3. 3How can shadows be used as a primary subject in a photograph?

Common Core State Standards

NCAS: Creating MA.Cr1.1.8NCAS: Producing MA.Pr4.1.8
Grade: 8th Grade
Subject: Visual & Performing Arts
Unit: Media Arts and Future Frontiers
Period: Media Arts

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