PERFORMANCE TASK
Art for Social/Environmental Justice:
Students were tasked with researching a social/environmental issue related to their community. They were then asked to create a composite photograph that defended their stance on this particular issue.
ANNOTATION
Craftsmanship
Effective use of media/tools. Substantial attention to detail.
The student example displays a proficient use of Adobe Photoshop (effective use of layers and tools: lighting & curves; selective color enhancement; blur; lasso tools; filters; burn/dodge) in working towards a final product. Student used numerous revisions to further address detailed design issues.
Details addressed in work:
- Composing with a purpose/placement (Rule of Thirds/Design Principles)
- Effective color and clarity through lighting (enough contrast to see details in all areas)
- Clear and obvious focal point
- Use of manual mode (ISO/Aperture/Shutter Speed)
Design Process
Effective use of sources and information to work through a creative problem.
Independently develops ideas.
Student was able to successfully communicate ideas through symbolism of at least 3 additional images.
Project required the use of at least 2 compositional strategies
Research was evident in at least 1 image.
Intended Communication
Intent is generally clear; visual impact engages the targeted audience.
The student was successful in visually communicating stance on social/environmental issue through symbolism and composition. Evidenced through peer critique/presentation.
For this project to be advanced, student could have developed additional layers of visual symbolism.