Capturing Moments: Mastering Basic Digital Photography with Smartphone

• FS&L
• Further Education (Key Stage 5)

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Capturing Moments: 

Basic Digital Photography with Smartphone

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to apply the rule of thirds, leading lines, and framing techniques to capture compelling photos using your smartphone.

Success Criteria

 Represent each technique in an image.

Identify the different techniques in end of lesson quiz.

 

What do you already know about digital photography techniques using your smartphone?

Introduction to Basic Digital Photography

Understanding the fundamentals of photography is essential for capturing stunning images. Let's dive into the basics of using your smartphone as a powerful tool for photography.

The Rule of Thirds

The rule of thirds is a compositional guideline that divides the frame into a 3x3 grid. By placing key elements along these grid lines or at their intersections, you can create visually balanced and interesting photos.

1. Activate the gridlines on your smartphone camera settings. 

2. Position key elements along the grid lines or at their intersections. 

3. Experiment with different compositions to find the most visually appealing result.

Practical Element 1

You have 3 minutes to take an engaging picture using what you have just learnt about 'Rule of Thirds'.

 Leading Lines

Leading lines are elements within a photo that guide the viewer's eyes towards a specific point of interest. They can be actual lines or objects that create a visual path for the viewer to follow.

Practical Tips for Leading Lines

1. Look for natural or man-made lines in your surroundings. 

2. Position the lines in a way that directs the viewer's attention towards the subject. 

3. Experiment with different angles and perspectives to find the most impactful composition.

Practical Element 2

You have 15 minutes to go out and take 3 pictures using what you have just learnt about 'Leading Lines'.

These need to be taken individually!

When you have taken them please email them to me.

Framing

Framing involves using elements within the scene to create a frame around the subject. This technique adds depth and context to the photo by drawing attention to the subject and providing a visual boundary.

Practical Tips for Framing

1. Identify objects or elements that can be used as frames. 

2. Position the frame around the subject to draw attention. 

3. Experiment with different framing techniques to create unique compositions.

Practical Element 3

You have 15 minutes to go out and take 3 pictures using what you have just learnt about 'Framing'.

These need to be taken individually!

When you have taken them please email them to me.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.

What technique is being used here?

1. Leading Lines
2. Rule of Thirds
3. Framing

What technique is being used here?

Has the Rule of Thirds
been used correctly?

1. Yes
2. No

1. Framing
2. Leading Lines
3. Rule of Thirds