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Digital Photography 
Digital Photography
Rubric for High School Art Digital Photography
Rubric Code: PXA4BWA
By AmandaMSeymour
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Subject: Arts and Design  
Type: Assignment  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Proficient w/Distinction

90-100

(N/A)

Proficient

75-89

(N/A)

Basic Proficiency

65-74

(N/A)

In Progress

50-64

(N/A)

Not Yet Proficient

0-49

(N/A)

Project Requirements

Goals and objectives
Proficient w/Distinction

Image shows obvious choices and thought behind the photograph to reflect the intended element, principle, or technique.
Proficient

Image shows some clear choices and thought behind the photograph to reflect the intended element, principle, or technique.
Basic Proficiency

Image shows little choices and thought behind the photograph to reflect the intended element, principle, or technique.
In Progress
Not Yet Proficient

Photograph does not relfect the intended element, principle, or technique. Assignment goals were not met.
Exposure/Contrast

Camera exposure, correct f/stop and shutter speed, photoshop/editing
Proficient w/Distinction

Image is excellent with good contrast and range of light to dark tones to enhance the focal point.
Proficient

Tonal range is good overall; some parts of the image could use more contrast.
Basic Proficiency

Tonal quality is fair; little contrast in color and neutrals.
In Progress

Tonal quality is flat; very little contrast in color and neutrals makes the focal point blend into the background.
Not Yet Proficient

Image is grossly over exposed or under exposed rendering the image unidentifiable
Focus

Clean focus or creative use of depth-of-field
Proficient w/Distinction

Excellent detail in highlights, shadows & midtones makes a good, clear image. Initial photo was obviously taken with proper camera settings selected.
Proficient

Good detail in image; proper use of depth of field will enhance parts of the image.
Basic Proficiency

Fair detail in image; proper use of depth of field could enhance some parts of the image.
In Progress

Photograph is very pixelated and/or blurry; image was obviously photographed incorrectly OR Photoshop tools were used incorrectly.
Not Yet Proficient

Subject matter is not defined due to complete lack of focus.
Color/Value

Proficient w/Distinction

Excellent range of color tones; colors work well together based on color scheme theories; no distracting colors to take away from focal point. If image is B&W, a full range of values is represented.
Proficient

Good range of color tones; photograph might have benefited from a change in color in one area but is still OK overall.
Basic Proficiency

Fair range of color tones; photograph would benefit from changes in color in one or more areas.
In Progress

An obvious color cast or unusual color tone in some parts of the image ruins the quality or distracts from the focal point. If image is B&W, a full range of values is not represented.
Not Yet Proficient

The color/value completely distracts from the subject matter making the image ineffective.
Creativity

Imagination, expression, creative approach
Proficient w/Distinction

Image demonstrates a very creative approach to the assignment; student has expanded on the basic requirements. It is clear that the student explored several choices/solutions to the assignment.
Proficient

Good representation of assigned objectives. The student has explored creative solutions to the assignment.
Basic Proficiency

Fair representation of assigned objectives; some creative intent and shows little evidence of trying anything unusual.
In Progress

Minimal representation of assigned objectives; lacks originality and shows no evidence of trying anything unusual.
Not Yet Proficient

Photograph does not show a creative approach to the assignment.
Composition

Photographic guidelines, eye movement, space usage, organization of image
Proficient w/Distinction

Photograph demonstrates exceptional visual interest and creativity in composition, balance, camera angle, and subject matter.
Proficient

Photograph demonstrates some visual interest and creativity in composition, balance, camera angle, and subject matter.
Basic Proficiency

Photograph demonstrates little visual interest and creativity in composition, balance, camera angle, and subject matter.
In Progress

Photograph does not demonstrate visual interest and creativity in composition, balance, camera angle, and subject matter.
Not Yet Proficient

Subject is not well defined.
Communicative Properties

Visual impact, emotional reaction, mood, etc.
Proficient w/Distinction

Shows obvious evidence of thinking skills. Addresses fairly complex visual or conceptual ideas. The image effectively communicates with the viewer.
Proficient

There is adequate and successful visual communication. Photo engages the viewer.
Basic Proficiency

Work shows effort with moderate sense of visual communication
In Progress

There is little, if any evidence of successful visual communication with the viewer.
Not Yet Proficient

No visual impact
Technical Qualities

Photoshop: dodging, burning, cropping, clean presentation, etc.
Proficient w/Distinction

Excellent quality, use of tools, and attention to detail
Proficient

Most technical aspects are successful
Basic Proficiency

Technique a bit weak with little sense of challenge
In Progress

Poorly executed, little regard for quality
Not Yet Proficient

Inappropriate use of editing techniques
Work Habits

Proficient w/Distinction

Project turned-in before deadline.
Proficient
Basic Proficiency
In Progress
Not Yet Proficient

Project turned-in late (after deadline)






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