photography

Question 1

Line

Answer 1

The path created by a moving point. It can define shapes, create textures, and lead the viewer’s eye.

Question 2

Shape

Answer 2

A two-dimensional area enclosed by lines. Shapes can be geometric (e.g., squares, circles) or organic (e.g., leaves, freeform).

Question 3

Form

Answer 3

A three-dimensional object having volume and thickness. Forms can be viewed from different angles.

Question 4

Space

Answer 4

The area around, between, or within objects. It includes positive space (filled areas) and negative space (empty areas).

Question 5

Texture

Answer 5

The surface quality of an object that can be seen and felt. Texture adds depth and interest.

Question 6

Color

Answer 6

Color Consists of hue (name of the color), value (lightness or darkness), and intensity (brightness or dullness).

Question 7

Value

Answer 7

The lightness or darkness of tones or colors. Value adds contrast and helps to create the illusion of depth.

Question 8

Balance

Answer 8

The distribution of visual weight. It can be symmetrical (formal balance) or asymmetrical (informal balance).

Question 9

Contrast

Answer 9

Contrast: The difference between elements (e.g., light vs. dark, rough vs. smooth) to create visual interest.

Question 10

Emphasis

Answer 10

The focal point of the image that draws the viewer’s attention.

Question 11

Movement

Answer 11

The path the viewer’s eye takes through the artwork. This can be directed by lines, shapes, colors, etc.

Question 12

Pattern/Repetition

Answer 12

Repeating elements to create unity and rhythm.

Question 13

Rhythm

Answer 13

Created by repeating elements to create a sense of movement or flow.

Question 14

Unity/Harmony

Answer 14

When all elements work together to create a cohesive and pleasing composition.

Question 15

What is Aperture:

Answer 15

size for the lens where the light enters the camera.
Measured in f-stops (e.g., f/2.8, f/4, f/5.6, f/8, f/11, f/16).

Question 16

A larger aperture

Answer 16

smaller f-stop number lets in more light and creates a shallow depth of field (background blur).

Question 17

Smaller aperture

Answer 17

(larger f-stop number) lets in less light and creates a greater depth of field (more of the scene in focus).

Question 18

Shutter speed

Answer 18

Shutter speed is amount of time camera’s shutter is open to expose light onto the camera sensor.
Measured in seconds or fractions of a second (e.g., 1/1000, 1/500, 1/250, 1/60, 1/30,

Question 19

What is a faster shutter speed do?

Answer 19

A faster shutter speed freezes motion (useful for action shots).

Question 20

What is a lower shutter speed do?

Answer 20

A slower shutter speed can create motion blur (useful for artistic effects or low light situations).

Question 21

ISO

Answer 21

ISO measures the sensitivity of the camera sensor to light.

Question 22

Lower ISO

Answer 22

Lower ISO values (e.g., 100, 200) are less sensitive to light and produce finer grain (less noise).

Question 23

Higher ISO

Answer 23

Higher ISO values (e.g., 800, 1600, 3200) are more sensitive to light but can produce more grain (more noise).

Question 24

Rule of Thirds

Answer 24

Divide the image into a 3x3 grid. Place the subject along the lines or at the intersections to create balance and interest.

Question 25

Leading Lines

Answer 25

Use natural lines to lead the viewer’s eye towards the main subject of the photograph.

Question 26

Framing

Answer 26

Use elements within the scene to create a frame around the subject, drawing attention to it.

Question 27

Symmetry and Patterns

Answer 27

Capture symmetrical scenes or repeating patterns to create a sense of harmony and rhythm.

Question 28

Viewpoint

Answer 28

Change the angle or perspective from which you shoot to add interest and uniqueness to the photograph.

Question 29

Background

Answer 29

Simplify the background to avoid distractions and make the subject stand out.

Question 30

Depth

Answer 30

Create a sense of depth by including objects in the foreground, middle ground, and background.

Question 31

Cropping

Answer 31

Crop tightly to eliminate unnecessary elements and focus on the subject.