Digital Photo I: Photographer Presentation

Photographer Presentation

You will produce and present a PowerPoint presentation about a professional photographer of your choice. Now is your chance to research and share what you learn with other photography students in this class. The requirements for this presentation are a minimum of 15 slides and must include the information below.   If you have trouble finding a photographer, you may choose from one of the lists below or from a Capture episode we watched in class. It is often best to answer each number question on one slide each. Email your presentation to jbaron@psd202.org, save on the shared drive, or bring in on a flashdrive by the beginning of class on Monday, November 23rd.

This project is worth a total of 50 assessment points, and will dramatically affect your grade if turned in late or incomplete.  All students are expected to present their slides in front of the class on November 23rd or 24th.

Photographer Lists
50 Great Contemporary Photographers

Famous Photographers

Presentation Criteria

1. What is the photographer’s real name and year he or she was born and where? Is he/she still alive?
2. What is their style of photography (ex: photojournalism, editorial, documentary, advertising, portraits, magazine, sports, war, etc.)?
3. Are there any special photography techniques this photographer uses in his/her work? (Think about composition, depth of field, editing, etc.)
4. Who does the photographer work for?
5. What type of cameras and lens does this photographer work with, and why?
6. What type of lighting does this photographer primarily use and why?
7. Who are some of the photographer’s early influences?
8. Are there any interesting stories about this photographer or his/her work?
9. What do you like (or not like) about their work, and why did you select this photographer?
10. What is their most well know/famous photo?  Why is it so popular?
11. Include photos of the photographer and their work throughout your presentation. EVERY slide should have at least one photo! A total of 15 slides are required.
12. You may include a short video clip in your presentation if you desire. (not required)

Be creative! The more interesting and well designed your presentation, the better your grade!