ImageMaker -
Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s
National Photography Program and Contest, was created to provide
Club members the opportunity to express themselves creatively, build
confidence and learn fun new skills.
2008 National Entries
Skill Tech I - Welcome to computer boot camp, soldier! Are you ready to get started learning the basics of computer operation? Skill Tech I: Basic Training will teach you everything you need to know about computer operation from simply moving the mouse all the way up to animating that winning resume!
Skill Tech II - This is a Club Tech hardware and networking skills program. Your mission is as follows: Gather data on what makes computers useful, investigate ways computers communicate, acquire networking capabilities, navigate high-tech career paths, and above all...do not allow the evil Mr. X succeed.
Photo Tech - Take digital photos,
explore the effects of distance and angle and learning about photo
composition. Learn how to use photo-editing software, from
completing basic tasks, such as cropping and color and light
adjustment. Take on advanced projects that use image filters and
layering.
Music Tech - Explore the world of digital music software and basic music theory. Learn to mix musical loops and compose and record original songs.
Movie Tech - Explore the world of digital video software and basic screenplay writing. Learn to mix in musical loops and photos and create original short movies.
Web Tech - Learn how to create
simple Web sites, then they advance to building more robust sites
with page links, graphics, text and sound, learning important design
lessons along the way.
Design Tech - Learn artistic concepts and technology skills that allow them to create professional-quality print materials and animation. Develop logos, posters and more.