Airbrushing

What did Jennifer Aniston discuss in her May 2001 interview with Vanity Fair?

• The benefits of airbrushing in media

• The illusion created by media airbrushing

• The importance of natural beauty in media

• The cost-effectiveness of digital photo editing

According to the text, what would make things easier on people's egos regarding magazine photos?

• If the photos were not retouched at all

• If magazines credited photos as being retouched

• If all photos were made public domain

• If magazines stopped using photos altogether

What is the underlying issue mentioned in the text regarding altered photos and real people?

• Real people are not affected by altered photos

• Real people are held to impossible expectations because of altered photos

• Altered photos are becoming less common

• Real people prefer altered photos to be credited

Why does the text suggest everything is kept "so hush-hush" regarding photo retouching?

• To protect the privacy of the retouchers

• To maintain the illusion of beauty

• Because the law requires it

• To reduce the cost of magazine production

What does the text suggest about the impact of photo manipulation on teens?

• It has no significant effect on their self-esteem.

• It improves their understanding of the fashion industry.

• It can affect their psyche and self-esteem.

• It encourages them to pursue careers in photography.

What is the primary purpose of airbrushing in media?

• To enhance the natural beauty of subjects

• To create an illusion of perfection

• To reduce the cost of production

• To comply with legal standards

In the context of airbrushing, what does the term 'retouching' refer to?

• Adding color to black and white photos

• Correcting imperfections in images

• Changing the background of a photo

• Converting photos to digital format

How does airbrushing affect public perception of beauty?

• It promotes a realistic standard of beauty

• It creates unrealistic beauty standards

• It has no impact on public perception

• It encourages diversity in beauty

What is a common criticism of airbrushing in magazines?

• It is too expensive to implement

• It distorts reality and misleads readers

• It is not used frequently enough

• It enhances the quality of images

Which of the following is a potential negative effect of airbrushing on individuals?

• Increased self-esteem

• Improved public image

• Unrealistic self-expectations

• Better understanding of media