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I am a committed educator specializing in Photography, Graphic Design, Media Creations, Technology, Marketing, Information Processing, and Accounting at the Junior & Senior high levels. With extensive classroom experience, my resources have been refined through direct application with hundreds of students. I am in Alberta, Canada, and follow the Alberta CTS curriculum for Communication Technology.
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Photography Essentials Activity Pack: NO-PREP Bell-ringers & Sub Plans - CTE/CTS
Simplify your lesson planning with my " Photography Essentials Activity Pack." This comprehensive set includes four engaging, no-prep activities designed for middle or high school photography classes: an Exposure Triangle Short Answer Worksheetan Exposure Triangle Matching Questions Worksheeta Camera Terminology Word Search Puzzleand a Camera Parts Crossword PuzzlePerfect for bell-ringers, sub plans, or quick review sessions, these activities ensure your students stay productive and engaged,
6th - 12th
Art, Visual Arts
Photography Exposure Triangle (ISO, Aperture, Shutter) SLIDES & HANDOUTS BUNDLE!
This BUNDLE includes a comprehensive editable slide presentation to help your students master the concepts of shutter speed, aperture, & ISO (the photography exposure triangle). As well, 4 detailed student posters/handouts which summarize key points will keep your students engaged and reinforce learning. This bundle includes:Exposure Triangle slide presentation (PDF, editable .ppt, Google slides)4 posters/handouts (Shutter speed, Aperture, ISO, Manual Mode) (PDF) SLIDE PRESENTATION:Clear e
9th - 11th
Art, Visual Arts
Intro Photography Task Card BINGO | Composition & Camera Skills Challenges, Game
📸 This Introductory Photography Task Card & Bingo Activity easily turns photography theory into an active hands-on game and a series of creative challenges. Whether you're teaching Photography, Yearbook, CTE, or Media Arts, this resource gamifies the learning process to help students master everything from the "Rule of Thirds" to complex lighting like "Chiaroscuro." By combining 30 unique Bingo cards with 33 high-interest task cards, you can move your students from passive listeners to acti
6th - 10th
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Adobe Illustrator Beginner Vector Art Lesson | Graphic Design Robot Activity
This single-period lesson introduces CTE media arts students to foundational vector illustration tools in Adobe Illustrator. Students follow step-by-step instructions to draw a simple robot graphic while learning how to manipulate basic geometric shapes and organize their digital workspace. This no-prep activity includes screenshots of the drawing each step of the way. 🛠️ Skills CoveredGeometric Shapes: Drawing and sizing basic vector objects.Fill & Stroke: Applying solid fills and adjusti
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Adobe Illustrator Beginner Vector Art Lesson | Graphic Design Rocket Activity
This single-period lesson introduces CTE media arts students to foundational vector illustration tools in Adobe Illustrator. Students follow step-by-step instructions to draw a simple rocket graphic while learning how to manipulate basic geometric shapes and organize their digital workspace. This no-prep activity includes screenshots of the drawing each step of the way. 🛠️ Skills CoveredGeometric Shapes: Drawing and sizing basic vector objects.Fill & Stroke: Applying solid fills and adjust
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Adobe Photoshop™ Shortcuts BUNDLE! Handout, Flashcards, Quiz! - CTE/CTS/CTF
This BUNDLE engages students to help you teach and reinforce commonly used keyboard shortcuts in Adobe Photoshop. Includes a student handout, fully editable DIGITAL Flashcards, a fully editable PRINTABLE Flashcards, and culminating quiz to quickly assess student learning. Over 30 shortcuts included on the flashcards, and over 40 on the handout! Mastery of time-saving keyboard shortcuts instead of searching through toolbars and menus gives your CTE/CTF/CTS students essential digital desig
7th - 12th
Art, Computer Science - Technology, Graphic Arts
Flat Lay Photography Project | CTE, CTS, CTF Digital Media, Art, Visual Literacy
📸 This Flat Lay Photography Project gives students a hands-on photography activity that provides a highly engaging way to explore visual storytelling. An assignment designed for middle school and high school learners, this resource guides students through the process of planning, styling, and photographing a flat lay composition that communicates a theme, mood, or message. It’s the perfect blend of art, media literacy, photography skills, and creative thinking. This project can be used as a
7th - 12th
Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Photography Composition UNIT BUNDLE! Slides, project, handout, quiz & more!
This bundle has everything you need to teach an Introductory Photography Visual Composition unit in high school. The included Learning Guide, slide presentation, student handout, classroom project, and unit quiz will keep your students engaged for a 15-20 hour unit. Marking rubrics will simplify your grading. Created for: Alberta CTS COM1005 unit in my Grade 10 Introductory Photography course. Bundle Includes: 28 page Learning GuideSlide presentation (16 slides) on composition in photogra
9th - 10th
Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Camera Terminology POSTERS for Photography – Set of 10 - CTE/CTS/CTF
This set of 10 informative photography classroom posters visually define essential camera terms. With clear explanations and visually engaging minimalist designs, these educational posters provide simple classroom decoration or bulletin board displays. 8.5” x 11” size is easy to print on letter size paper to be laminated or framed if desired. A larger size of 18” x 24” is also included. Visually clean, informative, and easy to read; displaying these in your classroom reinforces learning each
6th - 12th
Art, Visual Arts
Photography Exposure Triangle Matching Worksheet - NO PREP - easy sub activity
This engaging and educational worksheet features 12 essential questions designed to help students master the concepts of the Exposure Triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO. Perfect for middle or high school photography classes, this worksheet provides a hands-on approach to reinforcing key ideas through matching exercises. Easy no prep sub activity or bell ringer. Includes answer key. Key Topics: 12 Matching Terms: Aperture, Shutter speed, ISO, Stop, Underexposed, Overexposed, Motio
7th - 12th
Art, Visual Arts
Photography Camera Parts Crossword Puzzle: No prep - Middle and High School
This photography crossword puzzle is packed with key camera parts and photography vocabulary to engage your middle or high school students in a fun camera terminology activity. An easy photography lesson plan or learning resource to introduce the camera to a photography class, or use to reinforce concepts as a printable engaging worksheet for early finishers or when you have a sub. Perfect for:Introducing camera parts to middle or high school photography classesNot camera brand specificEnrichm
6th - 12th
Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Camera & Photography Exposure Triangle Slide PRESENTATION - High School
This slide presentation will help high school photography students understand and master the photography exposure triangle. Loaded with clear explanations and visual examples, students will learn about aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, and how they work together to create the perfect exposure. Clear instructions include a flow-chart of when to choose the different camera modes for shutter priority, aperture priority, program or manual mode. Suitable for in-person, remote learning, or indep
8th - 12th
Art, Visual Arts
Photography Cheat Sheet (Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO, Focal Length) High School
This photography cheat sheet is a quick reference that summarizes key photography concepts to refresh understanding of aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and focal length. Your students can quickly refer to this to remind them answers to questions such as: “Is it the large aperture or large f-stop that gives a shallow depth of field?”“What shutter speed do I need to use for fireworks photos?” Take the guesswork out of the equation. Includes recommended shutter speeds for capturing action shots lik
8th - 12th
Art, Visual Arts
Also included in: Shutter Speed: High School Photography Lesson Plan (4 Classes) BUNDLE!
Photography Exposure Triangle Short Answer Worksheet, No Prep, easy sub activity
The Photography Exposure Triangle Short Answer Worksheet will help keep your photography class on track even when you have a substitute teacher. This thoughtfully designed worksheet features a series of short answer questions that delve into the essential concepts of the Exposure Triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO. Ideal for high school photography students, this worksheet reinforces fundamental photography principles, making it perfect for sub days, a bell-ringer (approximately 15 m
7th - 12th
Art, Visual Arts
Aperture Priority: Photography Lesson Plan, Slides, etc. (4 Classes) BUNDLE!
This 4-day lesson plan is designed to help high school students master the concept of using aperture priority. Over four classes, students will learn how to control the aperture on their cameras and apply this knowledge to create photographs that demonstrate shallow and wide depth of fields. This bundle includes everything you need to teach aperture:Teacher timeline & lesson planAperture slide presentationTWO student activities to demonstrate shallow and wide depths of fieldExtra prompts yo
9th - 10th
Art, Visual Arts
Composition in Photography Multiple Choice Unit Quiz or Assignment - Assessment
Use this as a quiz or culminating assignment for a Composition in Photography Unit. Contains 15 questions in a Google Form, and is based on the vibrant and comprehensive content found in the Unit Learning Guide, “Composition in Photography”! This quiz/assignment/assessment is designed to reinforce your students’ understanding of rules of composition in photography, as well as some basic questions relating to focal length and lighting. Key Topics Tested:Compositional value including exposure,
9th - 12th
Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Adobe Photoshop™ Keyboard Shortcuts DIGITAL Flashcards - CTE/CTS/CTF
These digital flashcards feature commonly used Adobe Photoshop™ shortcuts. Engage your students in a fun way to boost their efficiency and mastery of time-saving shortcuts instead of searching through toolbars and menus. No special software needed in this interactive .pdf file. Use for classroom-led activities, or upload to your learning management system where students can access them for independent or small group interactive learning. Editable MS Powerpoint™ file included. Key Topics:Ca
7th - 12th
Art, Computer Science - Technology, Graphic Arts
Photography Portfolios with Google Sites – High School - CTE/CTS/CTF
This instructional guide will get your high school photography students creating a photography portfolio using Google sites. Step-by-step instructions include screenshots to lead your students through the creation process. Links to a demo site as well as a walkthrough video are included. Photography categories for the Introductory, Intermediate, and Advanced Photography levels are created as sub-menus. My students build this as part of their Introductory Photography course, and add to it i
9th - 12th
Art, Visual Arts
ISO, Program & Manual Mode: Photography Lesson, Slides, Activities BUNDLE!
This 3-day lesson plan is designed to help high school students master the concepts of controlling camera ISO, as well as practice using Program and Manual modes on the camera. Over three classes, students will learn how varying ISO settings affect the noise/grain in the photo. They will also practice program and manual modes by completing 3 activities. This bundle includes everything you need to teach ISO, Program, & Manual mode:Teacher timeline & lesson plan for 3 class periods (70 min eac
10th - 11th
Art, Visual Arts
Shutter Speed: High School Photography Lesson Plan (4 Classes) BUNDLE!
This 4-day lesson plan and all included resources is everything you need to teach introductory photography students the concept of shutter speed. Over four classes, students will learn how to control shutter speed on their cameras and apply this knowledge to create photographs that blur motion, stop motion, and demonstrate the panning technique. This bundle includes everything you need to teach shutter speed:Teacher timeline, objectives, materials, instructional guideShutter speed slide pres
9th - 10th
Art, Visual Arts
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Experience
I am a committed educator specializing in Photography, Graphic Design, Media Creations, Technology, Marketing, Information Processing, and Accounting at the Junior & Senior high levels. With extensive classroom experience, my resources have been refined through direct application with hundreds of students. I am in Alberta, Canada, and follow the Alberta CTS curriculum for Communication Technology.
Teaching style
In my classes, I prioritize hands-on and student-centered learning approaches. Typically, I introduce concepts and provide project instructions, examples, and necessary assets. Subsequently, students work independently at their own pace. As their facilitator, my role is to guide, support, offer feedback, and empower students to take ownership of their learning journey.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I have actively mentored fellow educators and led professional development sessions to foster growth and collaboration within our school community. Two of my students achieved national recognition by winning a prestigious photography contest, highlighting the excellence of my photography program. As the yearbook advisor, I have overseen the successful publication of over 30 yearbooks, capturing and celebrating our school's vibrant memories and achievements each year.
My own education history
B.Ed. (Great Distinction) from the University of Lethbridge
Additional biographical information
At Shell Creatives, I am committed to providing high-quality resources to enhance teaching and learning, and most of all ASSIST YOU in your classroom. My frustration going to conventions where nearly everything seemed geared towards elementary students, constantly changing technology, and no budget to attend conferences with suitable high school content, meant I had to source out materials on my own to put together learning packages for my students. My resources are based on the Alberta CTS curriculum for Communication Technology, and my senior high classes are always timetabled as a grade 10/11/12 split, which means my resources are designed to be easy for students to comprehend and follow, often enabling students to navigate them independently. The effort I put into creating my resources, can help you in your classroom and ease your pain!
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