Course Syllabus

Module 01 — Introduction to Photography: History, Cameras, and Digital Theory — September 2 – 9 (Week 1)

The Photographic Brief

(It’s really informal, brief, fun, and stress-free!)

Find 2-5 photographs that INSPIRE you! They can be in color or black and white, from anywhere - take a screenshot of something digital, snap a phone photo of a printed image, whatever works.

Where to look:

• Instagram hashtags
• 500px
• Flickr
• Photography books or magazines
• Online galleries or museum sites

What to do:

1. Post first
   in theDiscussion forumwith your images and explanations
2. Engage
   with classmates’ posts (respond to at least 2 peers)
3. Then submit
   your final work to theAssignment portal

For each photograph, write one paragraph (about 150 words) explaining:

• What drew you to this image?
• What specific visual elements catch your eye? (lighting, colors, composition, subject)
• What feeling or mood does it create?
• What story does it tell, or what questions does it make you wonder about?

Learning to Look Closely
As photographers, we learn by studying work that moves us. This assignment starts building your visual vocabulary - the ability to notice and describe what makes an image powerful. We'll use these observation skills throughout the semester as we develop your own photographic voice.

Module 13 — The History of Photography Research Paper — September 2 – October 21 (Weeks 1—15)

Overview

Selectfour photographersfromfour different categorieslisted below. For each photographer, analyze one specific work, providing in-depth art historical analysis that demonstrates photography's evolution as both technical medium and artistic practice.

Research Requirements

• 800-1200 words total (200-300 words per photographer)
• Minimum 6 scholarly sources
• Proper citations (MLA or Chicago format)
• Include images of discussed works

For Each Photographer, Address

• Formal Analysis:
  Visual elements (composition, lighting, technique)
• Historical Context:
  When, why, and for whom was this created?
• Cultural Significance:
  How does this work function as cultural artifact?
• Technical Innovation:
  What photographic techniques does this demonstrate?
• Artistic Influence:
  How did this work influence photography’s development?

Categories (Choose 4 of 5)

1. Early Practices and Pioneers
   (1820s-1880s)
2. Genre Specialization:
   Portraiture, Photojournalism, Social Documentation, Photography as Art, or Naturalistic Photography
3. East Asian Photographer
4. Groundbreaking Female Photographer
5. African or African Diaspora Photographer

In your research, prioritize diverse voices, with particular attention to women, non-binary, gender-diverse, and genderqueer individuals from East Asian, African, and African diaspora communities.

Module 02 — Control the Exposure Triangle — September 9 – 16 (Week 2)

The Photographic Brief: Time and Light

Share 6-12 original photographs that showcase different uses oftime and light. I encourage you to explore both ‘black and white’ and ‘color.’

The content of these photos can be anything; you could shoot portraits of a friend, angles around your living space, wildlife photos, the beautiful Vermont landscape, a city center: the most important thing is to showcase 6-12 original photographs and at least 3 different approaches using the exposure triangle totime and light!

Module 13 — The History of Photography Research Paper — September 2 – October 21 (Weeks 1—15)

Overview

Selectfour photographersfromfour different categorieslisted below. For each photographer, analyze one specific work, providing in-depth art historical analysis that demonstrates photography's evolution as both technical medium and artistic practice.

Research Requirements

• 800-1200 words total (200-300 words per photographer)
• Minimum 6 scholarly sources
• Proper citations (MLA or Chicago format)
• Include images of discussed works

For Each Photographer, Address

• Formal Analysis:
  Visual elements (composition, lighting, technique)
• Historical Context:
  When, why, and for whom was this created?
• Cultural Significance:
  How does this work function as cultural artifact?
• Technical Innovation:
  What photographic techniques does this demonstrate?
• Artistic Influence:
  How did this work influence photography’s development?

Categories (Choose 4 of 5)

1. Early Practices and Pioneers
   (1820s-1880s)
2. Genre Specialization:
   Portraiture, Photojournalism, Social Documentation, Photography as Art, or Naturalistic Photography
3. East Asian Photographer
4. Groundbreaking Female Photographer
5. African or African Diaspora Photographer

In your research, prioritize diverse voices, with particular attention to women, non-binary, gender-diverse, and genderqueer individuals from East Asian, African, and African diaspora communities.

Module 03 — Lenses — September 16 – 23 (Week 3)

The Photographic Brief

This brief asks you to take8photographs…
Photograph1 — 4: Share a photograph(s) that “whispers.”
Photograph5 — 8: Share a photograph(s) that “shouts!”

The content can be whatever you choose— but think creatively not only about how your subject can speak to these themes, but even deeper on how your camera settings and exposure can create more emotive images! Both of these photograph(s) should be shot on either or a combination ofAv (APERTURE PRIORITY MODE),orS (SHUTTER PRIORITY MODE),orP (POSH AUTO / PROGRAM MODE).

Module 13 — The History of Photography Research Paper — September 2 – October 21 (Weeks 1—15)

Overview

Selectfour photographersfromfour different categorieslisted below. For each photographer, analyze one specific work, providing in-depth art historical analysis that demonstrates photography's evolution as both technical medium and artistic practice.

Research Requirements

• 800-1200 words total (200-300 words per photographer)
• Minimum 6 scholarly sources
• Proper citations (MLA or Chicago format)
• Include images of discussed works

For Each Photographer, Address

• Formal Analysis:
  Visual elements (composition, lighting, technique)
• Historical Context:
  When, why, and for whom was this created?
• Cultural Significance:
  How does this work function as cultural artifact?
• Technical Innovation:
  What photographic techniques does this demonstrate?
• Artistic Influence:
  How did this work influence photography’s development?

Categories (Choose 4 of 5)

1. Early Practices and Pioneers
   (1820s-1880s)
2. Genre Specialization:
   Portraiture, Photojournalism, Social Documentation, Photography as Art, or Naturalistic Photography
3. East Asian Photographer
4. Groundbreaking Female Photographer
5. African or African Diaspora Photographer

In your research, prioritize diverse voices, with particular attention to women, non-binary, gender-diverse, and genderqueer individuals from East Asian, African, and African diaspora communities.

Module 04 — Image Files and Introduction to Editing — September 23 – 30 (Week 4)

The Photographic Brief

Part I: Photograph
Capture 10 or more photographs that showcasetexturein a creative and artistic way using manual settings(AorAv, SorTv,andP).

Manual settings:

Av (APERTURE PRIORITY MODE — A or Av)The great thing about ‘Aperture Priority Mode’ is that it allows you to change the aperture while your camera figures out the shutter speed and ISO. Remember, changing your aperture also radically alters the ‘depth of field’ in your image.

S (SHUTTER PRIORITY MODE — S or Tv)‘Shutter Priority Mode’ allows you to change your shutter speed while your camera kindly sorts out the correct corresponding aperture.

P (PROGRAMMED MODE — P)The camera automatically adjusts aperture and shutter speed for optimal exposure, but you (the photographer) can choose from different combinations of aperture and shutter speed that will produce the same exposure. This is the mode to use if you want your camera to sort out all the technical number stuff for you so you can concentrate on honing your eye. Using P gives you a certain amount of all-important creative freedom. Firstly, using P means your flash will not automatically fire. This is good, as your flash will more than likely ruin your shot. Secondly, you can change your ISO, which is something you definitely need to know about.

Module 13 — The History of Photography Research Paper — September 2 – October 21 (Weeks 1—15)

Overview

Selectfour photographersfromfour different categorieslisted below. For each photographer, analyze one specific work, providing in-depth art historical analysis that demonstrates photography's evolution as both technical medium and artistic practice.

Research Requirements

• 800-1200 words total (200-300 words per photographer)
• Minimum 6 scholarly sources
• Proper citations (MLA or Chicago format)
• Include images of discussed works

For Each Photographer, Address

• Formal Analysis:
  Visual elements (composition, lighting, technique)
• Historical Context:
  When, why, and for whom was this created?
• Cultural Significance:
  How does this work function as cultural artifact?
• Technical Innovation:
  What photographic techniques does this demonstrate?
• Artistic Influence:
  How did this work influence photography’s development?

Categories (Choose 4 of 5)

1. Early Practices and Pioneers
   (1820s-1880s)
2. Genre Specialization:
   Portraiture, Photojournalism, Social Documentation, Photography as Art, or Naturalistic Photography
3. East Asian Photographer
4. Groundbreaking Female Photographer
5. African or African Diaspora Photographer

In your research, prioritize diverse voices, with particular attention to women, non-binary, gender-diverse, and genderqueer individuals from East Asian, African, and African diaspora communities.

Module 05 — Introduction to Adobe Lightroom — September 30 – October 7 (Week 5)

The Photographic Brief

Now that we have started using Adobe Lightroom, use Lightroom Classic or Lightroom to edit your texture photos from Assignment 04 to really accent the texture and macro qualities of the image, as well as the light and form. Moreover, capture 5 more photographs that showcasetexturein a creative and artistic way by tightening your design system into a cohesive series. This means thatstylistically, the images will share similar colors, tones, and mood.

Module 13 — The History of Photography Research Paper — September 2 – October 21 (Weeks 1—15)

Overview

Selectfour photographersfromfour different categorieslisted below. For each photographer, analyze one specific work, providing in-depth art historical analysis that demonstrates photography's evolution as both technical medium and artistic practice.

Research Requirements

• 800-1200 words total (200-300 words per photographer)
• Minimum 6 scholarly sources
• Proper citations (MLA or Chicago format)
• Include images of discussed works

For Each Photographer, Address

• Formal Analysis:
  Visual elements (composition, lighting, technique)
• Historical Context:
  When, why, and for whom was this created?
• Cultural Significance:
  How does this work function as cultural artifact?
• Technical Innovation:
  What photographic techniques does this demonstrate?
• Artistic Influence:
  How did this work influence photography’s development?

Categories (Choose 4 of 5)

1. Early Practices and Pioneers
   (1820s-1880s)
2. Genre Specialization:
   Portraiture, Photojournalism, Social Documentation, Photography as Art, or Naturalistic Photography
3. East Asian Photographer
4. Groundbreaking Female Photographer
5. African or African Diaspora Photographer

In your research, prioritize diverse voices, with particular attention to women, non-binary, gender-diverse, and genderqueer individuals from East Asian, African, and African diaspora communities.

Module 06 — Composition — October 7 – 14 (Week 6)

The Photographic Brief
Capture 10 or more photographs that each showcase some of the compositional techniques covered in ‘Knowledge Base — Composition,’ including:

Symmetry
Rule of Thirds
Centering
Leading Lines
Layering
Separate Subject from the Backdrop Make Your Subject the Brightest Silhouette Images
Crop Out the Extra
Capture Unconventional Angles Don’t Look For “Nice”
Symmetrical Balance
Asymmetrical Balance
Pose Questions, Not Answers
Negative Space
Juxtaposition
Isolate the Subject

Module 13 — The History of Photography Research Paper — September 2 – October 21 (Weeks 1—15)

Overview

Selectfour photographersfromfour different categorieslisted below. For each photographer, analyze one specific work, providing in-depth art historical analysis that demonstrates photography's evolution as both technical medium and artistic practice.

Research Requirements

• 800-1200 words total (200-300 words per photographer)
• Minimum 6 scholarly sources
• Proper citations (MLA or Chicago format)
• Include images of discussed works

For Each Photographer, Address

• Formal Analysis:
  Visual elements (composition, lighting, technique)
• Historical Context:
  When, why, and for whom was this created?
• Cultural Significance:
  How does this work function as cultural artifact?
• Technical Innovation:
  What photographic techniques does this demonstrate?
• Artistic Influence:
  How did this work influence photography’s development?

Categories (Choose 4 of 5)

1. Early Practices and Pioneers
   (1820s-1880s)
2. Genre Specialization:
   Portraiture, Photojournalism, Social Documentation, Photography as Art, or Naturalistic Photography
3. East Asian Photographer
4. Groundbreaking Female Photographer
5. African or African Diaspora Photographer

In your research, prioritize diverse voices, with particular attention to women, non-binary, gender-diverse, and genderqueer individuals from East Asian, African, and African diaspora communities.

Module 07 — Introduction to Lighting — October 14 – 21 (Week 7)

The Photographic Brief

Create at least 10 photographs that communicates withLight.This could be done by adding light to your scene, whether it is articial or natural. This could also be done with an absence of light.Choose the emotion you want to communicate, and control the lighting in your scene and in your exposure to communicate that effectively.

Procedure
Consider working with a ash to help you explore light. Otherwise, make use of natural light sources like the sun, or create your own with common houselights, your phone, etc.

You can create pictures that feel ‘electric’ by using flash in daylight or ‘fill flash.’ By making the foreground subject stand out you can give shots amazing energy.To force your flash to fire find the button or menu icon marked by a lightening bold downward arrow icon and scroll through the options.If you are shooting a backlit scene or just want to make your subject stand out even though it is not necessarily dark, fill flash will do the job. But fill flash is an artificial light source so it will not give your image a natural look. On a side note, when a flash fires it throws light on a subject that comes and goes in an instant. This causes any movement within the reach of the flash to be frozen. No go out and practice!

The Photographic Brief

Create at least 10 photographs that communicates withLight.This could be done by adding light to your scene, whether it is articial or natural. This could also be done with an absence of light.Choose the emotion you want to communicate, and control the lighting in your scene and in your exposure to communicate that effectively.

Procedure
Consider working with a ash to help you explore light. Otherwise, make use of natural light sources like the sun, or create your own with common houselights, your phone, etc.

You can create pictures that feel ‘electric’ by using flash in daylight or ‘fill flash.’ By making the foreground subject stand out you can give shots amazing energy.To force your flash to fire find the button or menu icon marked by a lightening bold downward arrow icon and scroll through the options.If you are shooting a backlit scene or just want to make your subject stand out even though it is not necessarily dark, fill flash will do the job. But fill flash is an artificial light source so it will not give your image a natural look. On a side note, when a flash fires it throws light on a subject that comes and goes in an instant. This causes any movement within the reach of the flash to be frozen. No go out and practice!

Module 13 — The History of Photography Research Paper — September 2 – October 21 (Weeks 1—15)

Overview

Selectfour photographersfromfour different categorieslisted below. For each photographer, analyze one specific work, providing in-depth art historical analysis that demonstrates photography's evolution as both technical medium and artistic practice.

Research Requirements

• 800-1200 words total (200-300 words per photographer)
• Minimum 6 scholarly sources
• Proper citations (MLA or Chicago format)
• Include images of discussed works

For Each Photographer, Address

• Formal Analysis:
  Visual elements (composition, lighting, technique)
• Historical Context:
  When, why, and for whom was this created?
• Cultural Significance:
  How does this work function as cultural artifact?
• Technical Innovation:
  What photographic techniques does this demonstrate?
• Artistic Influence:
  How did this work influence photography’s development?

Categories (Choose 4 of 5)

1. Early Practices and Pioneers
   (1820s-1880s)
2. Genre Specialization:
   Portraiture, Photojournalism, Social Documentation, Photography as Art, or Naturalistic Photography
3. East Asian Photographer
4. Groundbreaking Female Photographer
5. African or African Diaspora Photographer

In your research, prioritize diverse voices, with particular attention to women, non-binary, gender-diverse, and genderqueer individuals from East Asian, African, and African diaspora communities.

Module 08 — Technical Lighting Concepts — October 21 – 28 (Week 8)

The Photographic Brief

Take two photographs of the same thing that showcase the subject differently. Develop five sets of a five part series for a total of ten photographic images. Your subject could be anything. Here are some ideas!

— How a person can look different in different situations/lights/angles
— An object that changes based on light or angle
— A scene that changes from day to night time
— A visual that showcases the transition of season from winter to spring
— A subject that stays the same but changes based on the background
— A home/living space, presented in different ways (such as welcoming, or unwelcoming!)

Module 13 — The History of Photography Research Paper — September 2 – October 21 (Weeks 1—15)

Overview

Selectfour photographersfromfour different categorieslisted below. For each photographer, analyze one specific work, providing in-depth art historical analysis that demonstrates photography's evolution as both technical medium and artistic practice.

Research Requirements

• 800-1200 words total (200-300 words per photographer)
• Minimum 6 scholarly sources
• Proper citations (MLA or Chicago format)
• Include images of discussed works

For Each Photographer, Address

• Formal Analysis:
  Visual elements (composition, lighting, technique)
• Historical Context:
  When, why, and for whom was this created?
• Cultural Significance:
  How does this work function as cultural artifact?
• Technical Innovation:
  What photographic techniques does this demonstrate?
• Artistic Influence:
  How did this work influence photography’s development?

Categories (Choose 4 of 5)

1. Early Practices and Pioneers
   (1820s-1880s)
2. Genre Specialization:
   Portraiture, Photojournalism, Social Documentation, Photography as Art, or Naturalistic Photography
3. East Asian Photographer
4. Groundbreaking Female Photographer
5. African or African Diaspora Photographer

In your research, prioritize diverse voices, with particular attention to women, non-binary, gender-diverse, and genderqueer individuals from East Asian, African, and African diaspora communities.

Module 09 — Portrait Photography — October 28 – November 4 (Week 9)

The Photographic Brief

Your assignment for this week is to apply your knowledge of composition to portrait photography. The goal is to produce 7-10 portrait photographic images. Photograph at least two-to-three different subjects. Your subjects could be a friend, family member, community member, or a stranger you make friends with during your daily activities.

In these portraits try to make use of the following:

— Soft lighting (try a ash and bounce/diffuse the light, or balance your available light!)
— Make sure the background is out of focus or that the subject really stands out.
— Review our class ‘Knowledge Base’ and try poses based on their identity.
— Tell your subject’s story in a visual way; who are they? What do they do?

Module 10 — One Town, Many Views — November 4 – 11 (Week 10)

The Photographic Brief

Go out into the environment and shoot between 10-15 photographs of a nearby town or city. The theme of your series will be ‘One Town, Many Views.’ Is it the grand architecture and cityscapes, the people, the weird quirky moments, or the quiet scenes? When do you shoot, how do you shoot, what settings do you use? The key to becoming a good city photographer is loving to walk and explore. I tend to use the Aperture Priority setting the most and Shutter Priority periodically. Particularly in towns and cities with tall buildings, the light changes constantly, and so it makes Manual annoying to use because you have to constantly change the settings every time you turn around. Instead, let the camera do some of the work for you. Much more often than not, it works out. You might also consider shooting at a farmer's market, cultural or music festival, carnival, or state fair.

Module 11 — The Natural Environment: Landscapes with Aerials, Panorama, and HDR — November 11 – 18 (Week 11)

The Photographic Brief

Create 10 or more landscape photographs.At least five of your landscapes must make clear and visually evident use of one of the following techniques:

• HDR [High Dynamic Range] Bracketing (stack multiple exposures, combine them in Lightroom)
• Panorama (stitch together several panning photos as one to make the frame wider or taller)
• Timelapse (instead of a photograph, submit a video le of a series of landscape photos moving quickly over time) - Aerial/Drone Photography (only if you have or can borrow a drone, and only under 120m, please!)

Module 12 — Photography Portfolio — November 18 – December 15 (Weeks 12–15)

The Photographic Brief

Create an online portfolio to showcase the photography work that you produced during this course and beyond.

This portfolio can use any format or platform but must be:

— Easily accessible, including on mobile device browsers

— Publicly shared, allowing anyone with the URL to view

— Easy to load on all devices (ensure le sizes and formats are appropriate)

— Easy to navigate (if a page is hidden or hard to nd, we cannot assess it!)

Online Portfolio Examples

http://www.jeremiahariaz.com/Links to an external site.

https://www.johannawarwick.com/Links to an external site.

https://www.kristinethompson.com/Links to an external site.

You can use any format or platform you choose that follows the above specications, but I recommend these platforms in particular:

— Google Sites (free with any gmail account)

—PortfolioboxLinks to an external site.(free for students for a year. Note that you do need to put in a debit credit card to get started. When you go to check out, it will discount your subscription to $0, and then you can choose to not renew after a year, but it’s only $4/year if you decide to keep it live after that!)

—Wix(free site options available)

—Squarespace(powerful website builder, $16/month with domain/hosting)

—GoDaddy(powerful website builder, $7/month with domain/hosting)

—Adobe Muse(if you have the Adobe Creative Cloud, build your own website from scratch with this awesome app! This would be quite challenging, however, and would require you to buy a domain/host to share it).

—Adobe XD(if you have the Adobe Creative Cloud, build your own portfolio as an app! This would be quite challenging, however, and would require you to host your app online somewhere).

If you use Google Sites, remember that you can also point this site to your own custom Domain! Most domains are about $10/year. If you’d like to get one, I recommend Google Domains!

Goals and Objectives

• To showcase your photography in an online portfolio that can be shared and presented publicly. -
• To present a variety of visual communication pieces to showcase the variety of styles, skills, and strengths you have gained during this course. -
• To introduce yourself as a visual creator, shedding light on your preferences and goals as a photographer as you continue your journey!

Module 13 — Photography Portfolio — November 18 – December 15 (Weeks 12–15)

The Photographic Brief

Create an online portfolio to showcase the photography work that you produced during this course and beyond.

This portfolio can use any format or platform but must be:

— Easily accessible, including on mobile device browsers

— Publicly shared, allowing anyone with the URL to view

— Easy to load on all devices (ensure le sizes and formats are appropriate)

— Easy to navigate (if a page is hidden or hard to nd, we cannot assess it!)

Online Portfolio Examples

http://www.jeremiahariaz.com/Links to an external site.

https://www.johannawarwick.com/Links to an external site.

https://www.kristinethompson.com/Links to an external site.

You can use any format or platform you choose that follows the above specications, but I recommend these platforms in particular:

— Google Sites (free with any gmail account)

—PortfolioboxLinks to an external site.(free for students for a year. Note that you do need to put in a debit credit card to get started. When you go to check out, it will discount your subscription to $0, and then you can choose to not renew after a year, but it’s only $4/year if you decide to keep it live after that!)

—Wix(free site options available)

—Squarespace(powerful website builder, $16/month with domain/hosting)

—GoDaddy(powerful website builder, $7/month with domain/hosting)

—Adobe Muse(if you have the Adobe Creative Cloud, build your own website from scratch with this awesome app! This would be quite challenging, however, and would require you to buy a domain/host to share it).

—Adobe XD(if you have the Adobe Creative Cloud, build your own portfolio as an app! This would be quite challenging, however, and would require you to host your app online somewhere).

If you use Google Sites, remember that you can also point this site to your own custom Domain! Most domains are about $10/year. If you’d like to get one, I recommend Google Domains!

Goals and Objectives

• To showcase your photography in an online portfolio that can be shared and presented publicly. -
• To present a variety of visual communication pieces to showcase the variety of styles, skills, and strengths you have gained during this course. -
• To introduce yourself as a visual creator, shedding light on your preferences and goals as a photographer as you continue your journey!

Module 14 — Photography Portfolio — November 18 – December 15 (Weeks 12–15)

The Photographic Brief

Create an online portfolio to showcase the photography work that you produced during this course and beyond.

This portfolio can use any format or platform but must be:

— Easily accessible, including on mobile device browsers

— Publicly shared, allowing anyone with the URL to view

— Easy to load on all devices (ensure le sizes and formats are appropriate)

— Easy to navigate (if a page is hidden or hard to nd, we cannot assess it!)

Online Portfolio Examples

http://www.jeremiahariaz.com/Links to an external site.

https://www.johannawarwick.com/Links to an external site.

https://www.kristinethompson.com/Links to an external site.

You can use any format or platform you choose that follows the above specications, but I recommend these platforms in particular:

— Google Sites (free with any gmail account)

—PortfolioboxLinks to an external site.(free for students for a year. Note that you do need to put in a debit credit card to get started. When you go to check out, it will discount your subscription to $0, and then you can choose to not renew after a year, but it’s only $4/year if you decide to keep it live after that!)

—Wix(free site options available)

—Squarespace(powerful website builder, $16/month with domain/hosting)

—GoDaddy(powerful website builder, $7/month with domain/hosting)

—Adobe Muse(if you have the Adobe Creative Cloud, build your own website from scratch with this awesome app! This would be quite challenging, however, and would require you to buy a domain/host to share it).

—Adobe XD(if you have the Adobe Creative Cloud, build your own portfolio as an app! This would be quite challenging, however, and would require you to host your app online somewhere).

If you use Google Sites, remember that you can also point this site to your own custom Domain! Most domains are about $10/year. If you’d like to get one, I recommend Google Domains!

Goals and Objectives

• To showcase your photography in an online portfolio that can be shared and presented publicly. -
• To present a variety of visual communication pieces to showcase the variety of styles, skills, and strengths you have gained during this course. -
• To introduce yourself as a visual creator, shedding light on your preferences and goals as a photographer as you continue your journey!

Module 15 — Photography Portfolio — November 18 – December 15 (Weeks 12–15)

The Photographic Brief

Create an online portfolio to showcase the photography work that you produced during this course and beyond.

This portfolio can use any format or platform but must be:

— Easily accessible, including on mobile device browsers

— Publicly shared, allowing anyone with the URL to view

— Easy to load on all devices (ensure le sizes and formats are appropriate)

— Easy to navigate (if a page is hidden or hard to nd, we cannot assess it!)

Online Portfolio Examples

http://www.jeremiahariaz.com/Links to an external site.

https://www.johannawarwick.com/Links to an external site.

https://www.kristinethompson.com/Links to an external site.

You can use any format or platform you choose that follows the above specications, but I recommend these platforms in particular:

— Google Sites (free with any gmail account)

—PortfolioboxLinks to an external site.(free for students for a year. Note that you do need to put in a debit credit card to get started. When you go to check out, it will discount your subscription to $0, and then you can choose to not renew after a year, but it’s only $4/year if you decide to keep it live after that!)

—Wix(free site options available)

—Squarespace(powerful website builder, $16/month with domain/hosting)

—GoDaddy(powerful website builder, $7/month with domain/hosting)

—Adobe Muse(if you have the Adobe Creative Cloud, build your own website from scratch with this awesome app! This would be quite challenging, however, and would require you to buy a domain/host to share it).

—Adobe XD(if you have the Adobe Creative Cloud, build your own portfolio as an app! This would be quite challenging, however, and would require you to host your app online somewhere).

If you use Google Sites, remember that you can also point this site to your own custom Domain! Most domains are about $10/year. If you’d like to get one, I recommend Google Domains!

Goals and Objectives

• To showcase your photography in an online portfolio that can be shared and presented publicly. -
• To present a variety of visual communication pieces to showcase the variety of styles, skills, and strengths you have gained during this course. -
• To introduce yourself as a visual creator, shedding light on your preferences and goals as a photographer as you continue your journey!