Troy High School – Principles of Photography 1

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course is an introduction to digital photography. In this course we will explore digital photography in relation to fine art. Students will learn the basic technology necessary for the production of their artwork, as well as learning about the visual arts & how to look at and critique photography. The course covers the following photographic techniques: framing, composition, “rule of thirds”, light, texture, pattern lines, symmetry, depth of field, distance, perspective, culture, space, balance, color, and black and white photography. The students will be introduced to many works by well- known photographers. Students will be expected to demonstrate an ability to use the tools competently in the production of their artwork. The production and analysis of expressive and thoughtful artwork is the main objective of this course.