SY25_Sem 2_CA2 Study Guide

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

• Color Contrast

• Framing

• Symmetry

• Depth of Field

Hayden wants to capture a smooth, painterly image of a waterfall. Which shutter speed would be the best choice for Hayden?

• 1/1000 second

• 1/250 second

• 1/60 second

• 2 seconds

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

• Creating the first instant camera

• Launching the first user-friendly, affordable camera

• Inventing the technique for color film

• Introducing the concept of digital photography

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

• It made photography more accessible to the general public.

• It revolutionized photojournalism and documentary photography.

• It allowed for more creative and experimental photography.

• All of the above.

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

• Yes

• No

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

• Using a softbox to create a gentle, even light across his face.

• Using a backlight to create a silhouette effect.

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

• Using multiple lights to eliminate all shadows.

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

• They can guide the viewer's attention across the photo.

• They can enhance depth by overlapping and using perspective.

• They can add visual appeal through their arrangement.

• All of the above.

What is overexposure in photography?

• The total amount of light that reaches the camera sensor or film, resulting in a properly exposed image

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

• When too little light reaches the sensor or film, resulting in a dark or underexposed image

• The adjustment of exposure settings to intentionally overexpose or underexpose an image

Emma, a 19th Century artist, initially felt threatened by the invention of photography. How did photography become a creative tool for artists like her?

• Artists began using photography as a reference tool for their paintings and drawings.

• Photography inspired new artistic movements, such as Impressionism and Surrealism.

• Artists embraced photography as a medium in its own right, experimenting with techniques and styles.

• All of the above.

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