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Grade 11 Photography Research Project: Masters of Photography For this project you are to research a famous photographer and present your findings to the class. The project will have two major components: 1) Presentation 2) Critique Presentation – For the presentation you are to teach the class about your chosen photographer. The easiest and best way to do this would be to use PowerPoint as it allows you to show lots of images. Computers are available in the classroom for students to use if you do not have access to one at home, and the program is very easy to learn if you have not used it before. I will show you past examples of presentations by students so that you have an understanding of what is expected. Your presentation must include a full critique of one image as well. Critique - Your critique must be typed and follow the format taught in class. (Description, Analysis, Interpretation and Judgment). Please include an image of the photograph as well. Minimum Requirements a) Presentation – 5 to 10 minutes 12+ slides (Level 3) INFORMATION IS NOT TO BE CUT & PASTE FROM THE INTERNET!!! The presentation is to demonstrate your understanding of the photographer and Informing the class of their work. It should include lots of images, relevant & interesting information as well as a final slide stating your information sources b) Critique – two pages minimum (Level 3) I will be giving lessons on how to write critiques of artwork. Basically your written critique will follow four steps: 1) Description, 2) Analysis, 3) Interpretation and 4) Judgment. Following the critique you also must include a page with the image you are discussing. There are to be no duplicate selection of photographers. Don’t be disappointed. Give your selection to the teacher early. EXAMPLES: (some pre-approved photographers) Ansel Adams Steve McCurry Annie Leibovitz Jerry Uselmann David Doublet Brassai Edward Weston Weegee Diane Arbus Walker Evans Edward Steichen James Natchwey Margaret Bourke-White Irving Penn Ann Geddes Eugene Smith Neil Leifer Robert Capa Bob Martin Bob Gruen Canadian Photographers: Edward Burtynsky Karsh Freeman Patterson Paul Nicklen NOTE: During your research you may come across some artworks that use the nude human form (male & female). Please keep in mind that we will be studying and analyzing these works from an educational viewpoint, uncovering the deeper meaning behind the work. DUE DATE & PRESENTATIONS: _______________. Your critique is due the day of your presentation. You are expected to present on the day that you are assigned.

Excellent web site for images & info: http://www.masters-of-photography.com/ Suggested Structure & Research for Presentation: 1) Autobiographical Summary – pertinent facts about his/her life which influenced work. a) Early Life – where they are from? - factors that influenced their life b) Training – did they go to school? - how did they learn their craft/art? c) Current Events – were there any world events that affected their work? - events that affected their life 2) The Work of the Master a) Subject Matter – what did they photograph? - portraits, still life, sports, nature etc. b) Personal Approach – what was their style? - unique approach to their subject c) Unique Philosophy – did they have any philosophy or belief that guided their work/art 3) Contributions Did they have any contributions to the medium of photography? Did they invent anything? Start any kind of style or influence? 4) Critique of one image: Your presentation must include a full critique of one image . Project Checklist: - check off each box once completed Presentation ___ - presentation 5 to 10 minutes long 12+ slides (Level 3) ___ - final presentation in P:photo directory, under your name, on the day it is due before the start of class ___ - presentation concludes with a critique of one image ___ - presentation includes a good balance of text/information and images ___ - images are not stretched or of extreme poor quality ___ - presentation includes lots of information on who the photographer is and why they are important ___ - final slide includes references (information sources) Everything is due at the time of your presentation. No late presentations.

Grade 11 Photography – ISU #1 – Masters of Photography Research Paper and Presentation Name:________________ Level 0 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 under 50% 50-59% 60-69% 70-79% 80-100% Depth and Analysis - research of topic is - research of topic - research of topic - research of topic under - research of topic under of Research (Knowledge) severely incomplete under study under study study demonstrates study demonstrates - relevant information and/or inaccurate demonstrates limited demonstrates some considerable use of thorough use of inquiry use of inquiry skills use of inquiry skills inquiry skills skills - research into - there is no evaluation background/history of or comprehension of - evaluation of - evaluation of aspects - evaluation of aspects - evaluation of aspects photographer researched material aspects under study under study is based under study is based on under study is based on - analysis of photographic is based on limited on some research considerable research thorough research technique and style research Critique (Thinking) - incorrect and/or - analysis of image - analysis of image - analysis of image - analysis of image - critique format and depth incomplete analysis of demonstrates limited demonstrates some demonstrates demonstrates thorough of analysis image use of critical thinking use of critical thinking considerable use of use of critical thinking critical thinking Written Report - report is incomplete - report does not - report sometimes - report consistently - report exceeds (Application) and/or does not meet follow guidelines and follows guidelines and follows guidelines and guidelines and format - standard report format minimum requirements format format format (typed, double spaced - report displays an etc.), content and - report displays poor - report displays a - report displays some - report displays a good excellent variety of coherence effort in research and no limited effort in effort in research and variety of research and a research and strong use use of references research and use of use of references competent use of of references - variety in research and references references use of references Presentation - demonstrates a - demonstrates - demonstrates some - demonstrates - demonstrates (Communication) severe lack of limited understanding understanding of topic considerable thorough understanding - ability to demonstrates understanding of topic of topic under study under study understanding of topic of topic under study an understanding of under study under study topic under study - communication of - communication of - communication of - incomplete, too brief, information with information with some - communication of information with high - communication of or did not present limited clarity clarity information with degree of clarity information to audience information considerable clarity - limited effort, - some level of effort is - excellent level of effort - effort and design of - very little to no effort poor design visible, acceptable - good level of effort put put forth, excellent presentation materials or incomplete design forth, strong design design OVERALL MARK: ________