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MAPEH
Quarter 3 – Module 5:
Principles of Photography
MAPEH– Grade 6
Quarter 3 – Module 5: Principles of Photography
First Edition, 2020

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MAPEH
Quarter 3 –Module 5:
Principles of Photography
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:
As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to
use this module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress
while allowing them to manage their own learning at home.
Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as
they do the tasks included in the module.

For the learner:

As a learner, you must learn to become responsible of your own
learning. Take time to read, understand, and perform the different
activities in the module.
As you go through the different activities of this module be
reminded of the following:
1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any
part of the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the
exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer Let Us Try before moving on to the other
activities.
3. Read the instructions carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking
your answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are done.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this
module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always
bear in mind that you are not alone. We hope that through this material,
you will experience meaningful learning and gain deep understanding
of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

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 Let Us Learn
Before we start, I would like to know how far you

know about Photography. Specifically, it seeks to achieve the

following:

1. Identify the principles of photography

2. Appreciate how to take photos using the beauty of nature

Let Us Try

FIND ME

Direction: By looking at the pictures. Ranking the pictures by

numbers from 1-4. 4 as the highest for perfect picture. Look for the

perfect picture.

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 Let Us Study

What is Photography?

Definition of photography

: the art or process of producing images by the action of radiant

energy and especially light on a sensitive surface (such as film or

an optical sensor.)

Photography went through changes from film to digital. But

nowadays, we can just take our own selfies with the use of

smartphones. We should always be guided on how to get a perfect

shot for our photos.

Let’s check it out!

What are the principles applied in photography?

1. Colors are vital as per combination and impact of the

background.

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2. Check your camera for framing. Take note of the patterns and
rhythm. Your viewer’s eye will be particular with your frames

3. Close to your object. The rule of the thirds which means the
picture should maximize the size of the frame.

4.. Collective number of pictures. Choose which one suit your

style. Center your focus to get the object. Take the center of your
photo. It should be balanced.

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 Let Us Practice

ACTIVITY 1.

Read and apply the concepts of photography. You have two

options.

For hardware (pen and paper)

 You can always explore the magazines newspapers or any

reading materials with pictures. Try to look at what makes it

dull or unpleasing for the viewers to see or use old pictures that

are available at home

 Cut two different pictures found in old magazines or

newspapers. Paste it on any size of bond paper and Identify the

check what is missing. Again, You can use old pictures or any

cut-outs found on magazines and newspapers.

For smart phone

 Take several pictures using your smart phone and choose the

best picture. You will take a picture of a plant or a flower found

in your house. After taking a picture, write a short caption of it;

where was it taken, when was it taken and what is the name of

the flower or plant and send it to your teacher’s messenger.

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Let Us Practice More

Activity 2: Color it up

Materials: Smartphone with camera

Object: A tree

These are the steps you need to follow:

1. Prepare your smartphone.

2. Choose your object.

3. Take a picture and apply the techniques that was

discussed earlier.

4. Send the best photo to your teacher’s messenger.

Let Us Remember

Photography is the art or process of producing images by the

action of radiant energy and especially light on a sensitive surface

(such as film or an optical sensor.)

1. Colors are so vital as per combination and impact of the

background.

2. Check your camera for framing. Take note of the patterns

and rhythm. Your viewers eye will be particular with your

frames.

3. Close to your object the rule of the thirds which means

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 4. Collective number of pictures. Choose which one suit

your style.

5. Center your focus to get the object Take the center of your

photo.

It should be balance

Let Us Assess
Rubric for your photo.

Let Us Enhance

POWER ME UP

Directions: A. Encircle the letter o your correct answer.

1. What is photography?
a. An image or picture created by means of light.
b. An image or picture created by painting.
c. An image or picture created by recycled materials

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2. In taking a pictures you need to have at least ___________to
choose from.
a. Only photo
b. Two or three pictures
c. More than three pictures.

B. Write True or False.

____3. When taking a photo, you need to consider the rule of two-
thirds.
____4. It is effective to describe a thing using a picture.
____5. When we take a photo, colors should NOT be considered.

Let Us Reflect

It was such a wonderful experience to know how to take a

picture of the event of our lives. May we continue to use it to

promote good will to everyone. We can use it to enhance the beauty

of the nature we see.

Good job! You finished Module 5 for the third quarter. Use it!

Share the news.

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Answer Key

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 References

Agda, E., Agda, G., Flores-Ronidel, M.V., & Joson, C. (2017).

Dynamic Series in Mapeh Music, Arts, Physical
Education and Health. Jo-Es Publishing House, Inc.

Cipriano, E. Buhain, E. et al. The 21st Century MAPEH IN

ACTION: Worktext in Music Arts, Physical Education
and Health

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Department of Education – Region XI

F. Torres St., Davao City

Telefax: (082) 224 0100

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