Task: A Day in the Life
Objective: Students will use their mobile phones to capture a series of
photographs that tell a story about a typical day in their life. This project will
help them develop skills in composition, lighting, and storytelling through
images.
Instructions:
1. Planning:
o Brainstorm: Think about the key moments that make up your
day. This could include morning routines, school activities,
hobbies, family time, etc.
o Storyboard: Create a simple storyboard outlining the sequence
of events you want to capture. This will help you plan your shots.
2. Photography:
o Capture Moments: Use your mobile phone to take at least 10-
15 photos that represent different parts of your day. Pay
attention to composition, lighting, and angles.
o Variety: Include a mix of wide shots, close-ups, and medium
shots to add variety to your story.
3. Editing:
o Select Best Shots: Choose the best photos that effectively tell
your story.
o Enhance: Use a photo editing app to enhance your images.
Adjust brightness, contrast, and color balance as needed.
4. Presentation:
o Create a Slideshow: Compile your photos into a slideshow or a
digital album. Add captions to each photo to provide context and
enhance the narrative.
o Share: Present your slideshow to the class. Explain the story
behind each photo and discuss the techniques you used.
Assessment Criteria:
Creativity: Originality and creativity in capturing and presenting the
story.
Technical Skills: Quality of photos, including composition, lighting,
and editing.
Storytelling: Ability to convey a clear and engaging story through
images.
Presentation: Clarity and effectiveness of the final presentation.
Nature’s Beauty Through My Lens
Objective: Students will explore their surroundings and capture the beauty
of nature using their mobile phones. This project will help them develop skills
in observation, composition, and environmental awareness.
Instructions:
1. Exploration:
o Choose a Location: Select a natural setting such as a park,
garden, beach, or any place with natural elements.
o Observe: Spend some time observing the environment. Look for
interesting subjects like plants, animals, landscapes, or weather
phenomena.
2. Photography:
o Capture Details: Take at least 10-15 photos focusing on
different aspects of nature. Pay attention to details, textures,
colors, and patterns.
o Experiment: Try different angles, perspectives, and lighting
conditions to create unique and captivating images.
3. Editing:
o Select Best Shots: Choose the best photos that highlight the
beauty of nature.
o Enhance: Use a photo editing app to enhance your images.
Adjust brightness, contrast, and saturation to bring out the best
in your photos.
4. Presentation:
o Create a Gallery: Compile your photos into a digital gallery or a
photo book. Add captions to each photo to describe what you
captured and why it stood out to you.
o Share: Present your gallery to the class. Explain the significance
of each photo and discuss the techniques you used.
Assessment Criteria:
Creativity: Originality and creativity in capturing and presenting
natural elements.
Technical Skills: Quality of photos, including composition, lighting,
and editing.
Observation: Ability to notice and highlight interesting aspects of
nature.
Presentation: Clarity and effectiveness of the final presentation.
This task encourages students to connect with nature and develop a deeper
appreciation for their environment while honing their photography skills. How
does this one sound?
