Porchraits: A New Photography Trend

What are 'porchraits'?

• Family portraits taken on porches

• Photographs of landscapes

• Pictures of animals

• Images of city skylines

Where did the phenomenon of 'porchraits' originate?

• Canada

• United States

• Europe

• Australia

What is the hashtag used by photographers to share their 'porchraits'?

• #cityscapes

• #mountainviews

• #beachpics

• #porchraits

What do some families do to add humor to their 'porchraits'?

• Pose with rolls of toilet paper

• Wear formal attire

• Stand in front of a green screen

• Hold up signs with jokes

What does the article suggest about the impact of 'porchraits'?

• They highlight togetherness and humor during a difficult time

• They have no impact on families

• They are causing stress and worry

• They are a waste of time and resources

What does Carol Payne, a professor of photography, say about 'porchraits'?

• They give subjects a sense of agency and will show how ordinary people coped together

• They are not important in documenting history

• They are only for entertainment purposes

• They are not worth preserving for the future

What does Erik McRitchie encourage families to do if they can?

• Keep the money for themselves

• Donate to a local food bank

• Spend it on luxury items

• Invest in expensive photography equipment

What did Jon Neufeld's family do on their daughter's 5th birthday?

• Went to a theme park

• Stayed inside and did nothing special

• Dressed up in pink and ate birthday cake on the front steps

• Had a big party with lots of guests

What has Erik McRitchie documented through his 'porchraits'?

• Scenic backgrounds and studio lighting

• Family togetherness and a return to slower living

• City skylines and architecture

• Wildlife in their natural habitat

What does Erik McRitchie say about the impact of 'porchraits'?

• They have no impact on people

• They are a waste of time and resources

• They remind us of the strength we can find together

• They are causing more negativity