4-H Photography Project

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Mastering Photography Level 3

This unit is for member ages 8-18 years old. This level project is for youth with advanced experience in photography. Members will explore four Project Areas:

  • Equipment
  • Lighting
  • Composition
  • Skill Building
Step 4:

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  1. Colorado 4-H Photography Project Tip Sheet
  2. 4-H Project E-Record for Family/Consumer Science and General Projects

Colorado State Fair and Local County Fair Exhibit Requirements

General Exhibit Requirements:

Project Exhibit Rules for All Units

  1. Focus on Photography has been broken into two exhibit levels –Level 1A and Level 1B. 4-H members should be enrolled in Focus on Photography but can choose to exhibit in either Level 1A or Level 1B. If a member completes the manual, they may enter in both Level 1A and Level 1B.
  2. For all units, submit photo material for the current unit being entered. Do not submit previous photos or records.
  3. Best photo may be up to 5”x7” in size. No duplicate pictures except for best picture.
  4. Binders: Hardback, three-ring notebook no larger than 10”x12” in size for all units. No posters or oversized books. Do not use plastic covers on any pages in any unit. All materials must fit within the notebook. You should include all your photos and your e-Record in the three-ring notebook. Additional pages can be added as need to exhibit your photos.
  5. Videos must be appropriate for total family viewing.
  6. For photo exhibits in Levels 1-3 follow the tips on page 73 of the manuals.
  7. Label Format for Units 4-7
    Activity#_____________________
    Photo#______________________
    Subject#_____________________
    Date Photo Taken_____________
    Notes:_______________________
  8. Label Format for Best Photo Contest
    Title___________________
    Name_________________
    4-H Age_______________
    Camera used___________
    Film__________________

Level 3 Exhibit will consist of the following:

A. Completed e-record and include the following in your story: What camera did you use this year (Brand name, film size, etc), How do you store your negatives/discs and Why did you pick your Best Photo pictures. Also include photos of you working on your project in the e-Record photo page.

B. Pages 4-7 from the manual are to be completed and placed in the three-ring notebook with your photos and e-Record.

C. Level 3 photo exhibits will consist of the following Photo Journal pages from the manual (a minimum of 48 photos):

  1. Photo Journal page 7 –1 photo (Best Photo)
  2. Photo Journal page 12 –3 photos
  3. Photo Journal page 16 –3 photos
  4. Photo Journal page 20 –3 photos
  5. Photo Journal page 24 –2 photos
  6. Photo Journal page 28 –3 photos
  7. Photo Journal page 32 –2 photos
  8. Photo Journal page 36 –4 photos
  9. Photo Journal page 40 –4 photos
  10. Photo Journal page 44 –6 photos
  11. Photo Journal page 48 –4 photos
  12. Photo Journal page 52 –4 photos
  13. Photo Journal page 56 –3 photos
  14. Photo Journal page 60 –3 to 5 photos
  15. Photo Journal page 64 –Brochure –is not included in total photo count
  16. Photo Journal page 68 –3 photos

Additional Information:

The Best Photo Contest is open to members in Photography Levels 1-3. Those members wanting to participate will use their 5” x 7” (Best Photo in Levels 1-3) for this contest.

Rules:

  1. 4-H members must use their 5” x 7” Best Photo in Levels 1-3 for this contest.
  2. The photo must be mounted on a mat and suitable for hanging without additional frame. No other mounted materials (i.e. foam core, glass, wood, plastic, metal, etc.) can be used.
  3. The maximum size for the matted 5” x 7” is no larger than 8” x 10”.
  4. The photo must be labeled on the back with the title, member name, 4-H age, camera used, film.
  5. Photos use for the Best Photo Contest will not be returned. These photos will be taken to the State 4-H Office and put on display for one year.
  6. Photos will be judged according to the following criteria:
    a. Composition/Presentation
    b. Focus/Sharpness
    c. Lighting
    d. Creativity
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Updated Friday, February 08, 2008.