The iCademy Learning Center: Photography Resources

Cameras

While it is possible to enter the contest using a film camera (develop the film, scan the picture) it is going to be much easier to use a digital camera. If you don't have one in your classroom ask around the school or district. Work with your PTA to see if they can fund the purchase of a camera. Remember, a camera can do lots more than help your kids participate in the iCademy Awards. DCViews.com - Lots of links to camera reviews and other information. Camerareview.com - Lots of customer reviews of cameras. Choosing a Digital Camera - Basic information about camera features Digital Camera Learning Center - Over a dozen free tutorials

Composition

Composing a quality digital picture is both an art and a science. There are some basic guidelines that can be learned, and then it takes time and practice to develop an eye for great pictures. These resources provide information on the basics of composition and provide tips for taking that winning picture. Guidelines for Composition - A short tutorial that cover the basics. An Eye for Composition - Great examples of composition principles Digital Photography Composition Tips - Excellent examples

Editing

Digital photography opens the door to using photo editing programs such as Photoshop to enhance and manipulate photographs. For the iCademy contest you are allowed to enhance your photograph, manipulte your photos with filters, or create a collage out of multiple photgraphs. The only requirement is that the photo be no larger than 8 x 10 inches. Be careful when using filters because when overused they will take away from the photo. These resources present ideas about photogrpahy manipulation and tutorials for specific applications. The Ethics of Digital Photo Manipulation - Just because you can , doen't make it OK. Artistic Photo Manipulation - a basic tutorial by Adobe Photoshop Elements Tutorial - Elements is Photoshops much cheaper sibling. Photoshop Tutorials - Tutorials from the mother ship - Adobe