The “Shaken Photos” Project as a Stimulus for Developing Creative Thinking with Preschoolers

Abstract

Using a digital camera to achieve a successful result requires from the user, first and foremost, to be familiar with the proper use of the medium and to have obtained basic knowledge of the principles of the art of photography. What is the result in those cases where the photographer either does not know the basic principles of photography or cannot apply them effectively in practice? Is the product considered a “failure” thus leaving photos with no clear and recognizable objects? This paper focuses on designing and implementing an applied educational intervention, themed on ”shaken” photos taken by preschoolers and using this material to create digital narratives. This case study examines "shaken" photos as an opportunity to develop imagination and creativity through photography.

“The Photographer of the Day”: Using a Digital Camera in Preschool Classroom

“…During the project, children engaged as photographers and used a digital camera to capture elements of the class environment. Children had previous experience using digital cameras, as they had been involved in other projects using cameras throughout the school year (Dermata, 2021). For the program's needs, "the photographer of the day" did not just pretend to play -like the original stimulus -but an experimental situation in which children used a real digital camera.…”