English 101 Essay #1 Prof.

Candia Exploring Our Personal History: The Photo Essay Rough Draft Due: Final Draft Due:
Purpose: To create a finished writing project that explains the significance and provides background information on the photo. Writers should also exhibit attention to detail and description, effectively utilize narrative form, and engage in reflective writing. Essay Prompt: For Essay #1, select one personal photograph that you would like to present the back story to. What is the photos history? Why is it dear to you? What is its importance? How did it come into being? Where is it from? How does this photo help define who you are and/or were? What has changed in your life since the photo was taken? What has remained the same? Suggestions and Treatment: The photo you choose does not necessarily have to be of you or taken by you, though it can be if you wish. Family photos, photos of objects, or photos of places can be used. What is most important is that the photo is personal and is one that you feel an interest in discussing. One source from class should be included in this project. Format: Please follow MLA guidelines; double-spaced; 12 point TNR or Arial font. The minimum length for text in this project is tWO complete pages of text. In this assignment, there are three major parts, only TWO of which count toward page length: The actual text of the writing project that subscribes to essay format, this portion counts toward total page length. Captions A caption should be formatted in the same way (font and size) as the essay portion and refer to the photographs included, as well as the overall idea(s) of the essay. Captions count toward total page length. Visuals The photo Visuals do not count towards the length requirement. Things to consider: What is it about my photo that contains a personal touch? How can I articulate the connection between the visual and my thoughts on the page? Why is this visual meaningful? What do I want it to accomplish? Where is the photo kept? What does its environment say about its importance? What emotions did you feel when taking or receiving the photo? What emotions do you experience when you look at the photo? Note You are responsible for managing the technology of incorporating them into your essay. If you anticipate having issues with this, please contact me sooner, rather than later.