Precollege Programs: Photography Workshop

Grades 9-12

The history of photography is filled with photographers using what they have and finding creative solutions to challenging situations. Join us for Photography Workshop virtually this summer. Photography is a wonderful creative tool to work digitally and independently. This summer we will use the camera to find new ways of seeing and reflecting personal experience.

The Photography Workshop’s focus is on camera techniques, the use of computer software for enhancing images and refining editing techniques to share your personal vision. Learn about issues in contemporary photography such as how to talk about your work and organize digital files.

Both experienced and inexperienced photographers are welcome. Program instructors will help students build a digital portfolio and offer constructive critiques. Students present a virtual exhibition of their work.

Students will receive live instruction from experienced photographers and educators, which will include group discussions as well as one-on-one meetings with instructors; developing a digital portfolio/website which can be used in college applications; virtual Neuberger Museum visit, and activities that can be completed at home.

This program will allow students to meet other creative teens and share their work, all while improving their photography and digital communication skills.

• Students must supply their own digital camera. (Have the manual handy!)

Typical Day

• Group Zoom Lesson (Examples: Intro to Camera Controls; Framing and Composition; Build Your Own Still Life)
• Morning Activity (Examples: Bird’s Eye and Worm’s Eye Views; Recreate a Famous Artwork) and Instructor Office Hours
• Workshop (Examples: Importing and Organizing Photos; Digital Editing in Adobe Photoshop) Journaling

Program Details - (Virtual Program)

June 29 – July 10
Monday – Friday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
$550 for the first registration
$495 for the second registration in the family, Purchase College employees and alumni, and early registrations (received by June 5, 2020)

For a well-rounded summer, combine with Visual Arts Institute, Creative Writing Workshop, Vocal Intensive, Coding Academy, Rocket Kart Racers, Interior Design Intensive, Acting on Camera Boot Camp, Musical Theatre Boot Camp, YouTube® Content Creators, and/or Battle Royale/Fortnite®. Discount for enrolling in multiple programs.

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