APRIL 4, 2019

Semi Detailed Lesson Plan in Photojournalism (Camera Angles)

Prepared by: Ms. Angelica Rafaelle Alvarez

I. Objectives
At the end of the lesson, the students will be able to:
1. Identify different camera angles
2. Understand the meaning of different camera angles
3. Appreciate the artistic composition of photos via angle shots
II. Subject Matter
Th course prepares the students to develop professional practices in the field of photo
journalism. Seeing the world through the camera and developing the skills of students on
how to apply different camera angle shots in creating digital photos.

III. Materials
Laptop
LED TV/ Projector
Sample Photos of Different Camera Angles
Copies of handouts for Photo Journalism – Camera Angle Topic

IV. Procedure
A. Preparation
Ask the student to stand up for the opening prayer. Greet the students and then task
them to arrange the chairs and pick up the litters on the floor.
B. Motivation
Show the students different photos from recent news clippings. Ask them how they feel
about the photos, what emotions do they think the photos convey.
C. Lesson Proper

The term camera angle refers to the way a shot is composed. The two main idea of camera
angles are the inclusion of all camera shot types (motion pictures) and, the angle between
the camera and the subject. The focus of the topic today is the literal interpretation of
camera angles - the angle of the camera relative to the subject.

There are different camera angles to use in capturing photos that is used to
demonstrate the story in a news article. These photos show the more in-depth part of
the story that no words can explain, only photos.

Low Angle shot is when the camera is positions below the subject. This make the subject
more powerful.

High Angle shots is when the camera is position above the subject. This portray the
subject as inferior and weak.
 Birds Eye View/Angle is positioned directly above the scene. This shot provides the
audience with a full view of the scene.
Close up shot is focused on character’s face showing the expression and emotion of the
characters.

D. Activity
Let the students identify the camera angles being shown through the sample photos.

E. Generalization
It is very important to students to learn different camera angles so that they can show
readers and audience a different side of the story that no words can explain to them.
Camera angles gives the reader/ audience the back story. Every story is more than just
words and dialogues. It’s not enough to tell the story, sometimes students must learn
how to show the story. It’s how they show perspectives of the story.

F. Evaluation
Get a one fourth sheet of yellow pad paper and answer each questions.
1. The term ________ refers to the way a shot is composed. (Camera Angle)
2. _____________focused on character’s face showing the expression and emotion of
the characters. (Close up shot)
3. The camera angle that the camera is positions below the subject. (Low Angle Shot)
4. This shot provides the audience with a full view of the scene. (Birds Eye View/Angle)
5. A shot when the camera is position above the subject. (High Angle Shot)
6. The two main idea of camera angles.
7.
8. The main idea being shown in each camera angle. (Perception)
9. Give two reason why camera angles is important in photojournalism.
10.

G. Assignment
Ask one of your classmates to be your model for a brief photoshoot. Apply one of the
four camera angles discussed and print the photo on a 3R (3.5” x 5”) photo paper.

Reference/s: Eismann, K., Duggan, S., & Grey, T. (2011). Digital Photography: Industrial-Strength

Digital Photography Techniques (3rd ed.). Berkeley, CA: Peachpit Press.