Learning activities

Introduction

During a presentation, the students will be introduced to the techniques photographers use to capture great nature photographs. This session will include an introduction to the editing of photos to create visual effects.

Photographing nature

Each student will be allocated their own iPad to use and together with their partner, will visit the nature areas of the school to capture a series of nature photographs.

Final edits and display

After capturing their images, the students will select their best images and apply the editing techniques to create their final photo.

The images will be sent to the school to print and display.

Suggested timetable

Time	Classes A and B
9.30am	Introduction How to capture a great nature photograph
10.00am	Break 1
11.30am	Photography in the school grounds First edits
1.00pm	Break 2
1.30pm	Final edits and displays
2.30pm	Finish

*NOTE: Gibberagong staff can work within established school times on the day. Please contact the Centre to discuss.

Syllabus outcomes

Creative Arts K-6 Syllabus (2024)

Visual Arts

Outcomes

• CA2-VIS-01 Makes artworks using art forms to represent subject matter and ideas, and describes ways artists convey ideas about their world to audiences through artworks

Content

Making: Artists represent their world through subject matter and ideas in artworks

• Represent subject matter and ideas in artworks, making choices based on own interpretations of the world
• Use drawing materials and techniques to create effects with texture and tone to represent subject matter and ideas
• Explore digital tools to make or manipulate still or moving images, text and/or sounds
• Explore balance, scale and proportion in compositions to represent subject matter and ideas
• Make artworks through collaboration with others
• Demonstrate safe art making practices with respect for physical, social and digital safety

Cost and details

Location	Your school
Cost	2026 DoE $15 per student - GST free 2026 Non-gov school cost $25 per student - GST free, minimum charge $750 per class.
Risk Assessments	A complete risk assessment will be sent upon confirmation.
Preparation	Please provide one learning space/classroom for all participating classes for the duration of the day. Please ensure the space has a smart board.
Adverse weather	On days where the weather may unsuitable, a Gibberagong staff member will contact the organising teacher to discuss alternative arrangments.
Medical notifications	Notify Gibberagong EEC by completing and returning the medical form before the incursion. This form will be sent out upon confirmation of booking.