SY25_Sem 2_CA2 Study Guide

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This image shows a series of repeating geometric shapes arranged in a pattern. Which compositional technique is MOST likely being utilized?

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Symmetry

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Hayden wants to capture a smooth, painterly image of a waterfall. Which shutter speed would be the best choice for Hayden? Options: 1/1000 second, 1/250 second, 1/60 second, 2 seconds

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2 seconds

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What was George Eastman's key innovation in the field of photography?

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Launching the first user-friendly, affordable camera

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Oskar Barnack invented the 35mm Leica camera. What impact did his invention have on photography?

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It made photography more accessible to the general public, revolutionized photojournalism and documentary photography, and allowed for more creative and experimental photography.

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Did Kodak choose to market the digital camera right after Steven Sasson invented it?

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No

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Joshua is photographing his grandfather and wants to emphasize the texture and character in his face. Which lighting technique would best achieve this effect?

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Using a single, directional light source to accentuate the lines and features.

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In what ways do geometric shapes like circles and rectangles contribute to the composition and depth of a photograph?

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They can guide the viewer's attention across the photo, enhance depth by overlapping and using perspective, and add visual appeal through their arrangement.

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What is overexposure in photography?

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When too much light reaches the sensor or film, causing the image to appear too bright or washed out.

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How did photography become a creative tool for artists like Emma, a 19th Century artist?

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Artists began using photography as a reference tool for their paintings and drawings, inspired new artistic movements, such as Impressionism and Surrealism, and embraced photography as a medium in its own right, experimenting with techniques and styles.

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Makayla wants to capture a detailed, sharp image of a dragonfly in flight with minimal background distraction. Which combination of exposure settings would best achieve this goal? Shallow DOF & fast shutter speed, Wide DOF & slow shutter speed, Shallow DOF & slow shutter speed, Wide DOF & fast shutter speed

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Shallow DOF & fast shutter speed