Photography Merit Badge Helps and Documents

By doing the requirements for the Photography merit badge, Scouts learn to safely and effectively record their experiences in pictures. They explore the impact of lighting, exposure, depth of field, composition, angle, and other aspects of taking photos. Then Scouts put their knowledge to use by taking a number of photographs. They also find out about career opportunities related to photography.

Get the Photography Merit Badge pamphlet

Printable helps for requirements:

Printable requirements for Photography Merit Badge

Printable checkoff sheet for Photography Merit Badge

Printable note sheet for Photography Merit Badge

Printable checkoff sheet for all Scouts BSA merit badges

Spark your interest in photography with these related ideas and achievements:

Multimedia Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA

The Multimedia feature lets Scouts explore their creative side using cameras, and other technology. They can shoot, edit and share a short film.

Cyber Chip Requirements for Grades 9-12

Scouts BSA are required to earn their Cyber Chip. The Cyber Chip program helps teens understand the responsibility that goes with using electronic devices. Topics include cell phones, cyber-bullying, and internet safety.

Caption Contest Gathering Activity

An idea for your gathering activities for photography or camera themes is to have a caption contest with some silly or unusual photos. . This can also be used just for laughs.

Cyber Chip Requirements for Grades 6-8

Scouts BSA are required to earn their Cyber Chip. The Cyber Chip program helps youth understand how to use their electronic devices safely and responsibly.