How digital camera images are formed

Abstract

This resource is a learning object designed for Level 3 students of General art and design. It illustrates the key concepts surrounding the formation of digital images. It explains what digital images are and the fundamental elements that they consist of. It shows how colour depth, resolution and format all affect the image and allows the user to change attributes and view results. It also covers the concepts of image size in relation to resolution and the effects of image manipulation. The learning objects may be used as part of a group classroom activity, or as part of the individual study programme of the learner. The content of the objects has been designed to apply equally to the English (Level 3) and Scottish (Highers) General art and design curricula.