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WorksheetsPhotography Concepts and History Quiz
Total questions: 96
Worksheet time: 54mins
What does the term 'Abstraction' in photography emphasize?
The use of radial lines
The arrangement of visual elements
A clearly recognizable subject
Shape, color, pattern, texture, or form
Which term refers to the arrangement of visual elements within a photograph to create balance, interest, and meaning?
Composition
Abstraction
Negative Space
Framing
What is a 'Bird’s-Eye View' in photography?
A camera angle taken from above the subject
A camera angle taken from below the subject
Lines radiating outward from a central point
Using elements to surround the subject
Which camera angle makes the subject appear larger, stronger, or more powerful?
Bird’s-Eye View
Forced Perspective
Rule of Thirds
Worm’s-Eye View
What are radial lines in photography?
Lines that radiate outward from a central point
Lines that guide the viewer’s eye toward the main subject
Parallel lines that appear to meet in the distance
Repeated use of similar shapes or colors
What is the purpose of leading lines in a photograph?
To emphasize surface detail
To create rhythm and visual unity
To guide the viewer’s eye toward the main subject
To manipulate distance and scale
What is the vanishing point in photography?
The area containing the main subject
The empty space around the subject
The arrangement of visual elements
The point where parallel lines appear to meet in the distance
What does the Rule of Thirds divide an image into?
Nine equal sections
Three equal sections
Six equal sections
Four equal sections
Which lighting technique enhances texture in a photograph? EXTRA CREDIT----
Backlighting
Side lighting
Front lighting
Soft lighting
What does repetition in photography create?
Balance and meaning
A sense of scale
Depth and perspective
Rhythm and visual unity
What is forced perspective in photography?
Adjusting for color temperature of light
Using elements to surround the subject
A technique that manipulates distance and scale
Composing a photograph to reduce distractions
What does framing in photography do?
Manipulates distance and scale
Surrounds or highlights the subject
Divides an image into nine sections
Creates rhythm and visual unity
What does 'Filling the Frame' mean in photography?
Composing a photograph so the subject takes up most or all of the image
Adjusting the camera’s aperture
Using empty space around the subject
Using radial lines to draw attention
What is negative space in photography?
The empty or open space around the subject
The repeated use of similar shapes
The area containing the main subject
The arrangement of visual elements
What is positive space in photography?
The area of the image that contains the main subject
The empty space around the subject
The arrangement of visual elements
The repeated use of similar shapes
What does aperture control in a camera?
The color temperature of light
The shutter speed
The camera’s light sensitivity
How much light enters the lens
What does ISO measure in photography?
A camera sensor’s light sensitivity
The amount of time the shutter stays open
The opening in a camera lens
The arrangement of visual elements
What does shutter speed control in photography?
Color temperature
Depth of field
Light sensitivity
Motion blur and exposure
What does white balance adjust in a camera?
Depth of field
Color temperature of light
Light sensitivity
Motion blur
What is a monochrome image?
An image made using one color or shades of one tone
An image emphasizing texture
An image with radial lines
An image with multiple colors
Which early photographic process used a silver-coated copper plate?
Daguerreotype
Calotype
Ferrotype
Polaroid
Which photographic process allowed multiple prints from one negative?
Ferrotype
Daguerreotype
Kodak roll film
Calotype
Which photographic process created images on thin metal plates?
Calotype
Daguerreotype
Instant photography
Ferrotype
Who created the first permanent photograph?
Edwin H. Land
George Eastman
Robert Cornelius
Joseph Nicéphore Niépce
Who took the first known photographic self-portrait?
Joseph Nicéphore Niépce
Oskar Barnack
Robert Cornelius
George Eastman
Who founded Kodak and made photography accessible to the public?
Steven Sasson
Oskar Barnack
George Eastman
Edwin H. Land
Who invented instant photography and founded Polaroid?
George Eastman
Louis Lumière
Edwin H. Land
Oskar Barnack
Who developed the first successful 35mm camera?
Robert Cornelius
Oskar Barnack
Steven Sasson
Joseph Nicéphore Niépce
Who invented the first digital camera in 1975?
Edwin H. Land
Steven Sasson
George Eastman
Louis Lumière
Who are often called the Fathers of Cinema?
Louis and Auguste Lumière
George Eastman and Edwin H. Land
Joseph Nicéphore Niépce and Robert Cornelius
Oskar Barnack and Steven Sasson
Underexposed
Overexposed
Desaturated
Match the following
Images used to sell a product
Commercial
Images used solely to accurately document a subject for scientific purposes.
Scientific
Images documenting real event or situations
Photojournalism
Images created with aesthetic appeal
Artistic
This is a way to create composition that uses a grid to best align your pictures
Rule of Thirds
Aperture
Shutter
Composition value
Which type of composition does this photo emphasize?
Rule of thirds
framing
light
texture
This is an opening that lets in an amount of light
Shutter
Aperture
ISO
EV
What is the rule of thirds in composition?
Dividing the frame into three equal parts horizontally
Dividing the frame into nine equal parts using two horizontal and two vertical lines
Placing the subject in the center of the frame
Using three primary colors in the composition
Which camera setting affects the depth of field in a photograph?
ISO
Shutter Speed
Aperture
White Balance
What does the ISO setting control in a camera?
The sensitivity of light in the camera
The color balance of the image
The sharpness of the image
The depth of field
This photo has a grainy appearance. What camera setting creates this effect ?
High Aperture
Low ISO
High ISO
Slow Shutterspeed
Which Principle of Design AND Element of Art is "Married" in this image?
Make sure you think about it, 1 Element and 1 Principle **
Balance of Contrast
Line creates Movement
Form creates Rhythm
Variety of Texture
Shape creates Space
What are these cameras?
point and shoot
SLR
Which aperture is larger?
A) f/2.8
B) f/16
C) f/22
Which f stop will give you greater depth of field?
A) f/2.8
B) f/8
C) f/16
D) f/5.6
Which camera setting is most responsible for capturing motion blur in a photograph?
White Balance
Aperture
Shutter Speed
ISO
What is the main function of the lens in a camera?
To store digital images
To control the camera’s power
To focus light onto the sensor or film
To adjust the color temperature
Which composition technique uses objects or elements to draw attention to the subject by surrounding it?
Framing
Rule of Thirds
Leading Lines
Negative Space
What is "composition" in photography?
The planning, positioning and arranging of elements in a photograph.
A work of music, literature, or art.
Another word for "essay."
The mental character of the photographer.
In photography, good ______ is simply the arrangement of shapes, colors, framing, foreground & background, or light and areas that work together in a photograph to tell the intended story.
captioning
colors
balance
focusing
Brings the viewer into a scene
Portrait
Landscape
Wildlife
Commercial
What is the rule of thirds in photography composition?
Dividing the image into three equal parts horizontally
Placing the subject in the center of the frame
Dividing the image into nine equal parts using two horizontal and two vertical lines
Using three different colors in the photo
The (a) is the active space in the photograph.
This photo was composed as a (a) photo which has (b) balance.
Describe the arrangement or composition of this photograph by Ansel Adams.
Photographer can look here to compose and check the focus of a picture. Also the camera settings can be displayed here. The Viewfinder Eyepiece can be used instead.
Viewfinder
LCD Monitor Display
Lens
When composing a photo, you should not put it in the center of the frame. Using the rule of ____ will help make the photo more interesting.
fourths
shadowing
thirds
focus
__________the center of interest with objects in the foreground
can give a picture the feeling of depth it needs to make it more than just another snapshot
centering
horizontilizing
framing
objectifying
Imagine you're an aspiring photographer. Aria, Harper, and Ava are discussing a popular photography technique. Can you identify what the Rule of Thirds refers to in creating captivating images?
A guideline that suggests using only three colors in an artwork to maintain simplicity.
A principle stating that an image should be divided into a grid with two vertical and two horizontal lines, creating nine equally proportioned boxes.
A technique where an artwork is divided into three sections, each with a different theme.
A rule that recommends using three different textures in a composition to add depth.
What is the primary purpose of using a tripod in photography?
To increase the ISO setting
To stabilize the camera for sharper images
To hold extra lenses
To adjust the height of the camera easily
How can artists create the illusion of depth in a two-dimensional artwork? (select 2 correct answers)
By using only bright colors
By including a foreground, middle ground and background
By using only dark colors
By including a vanishing point
Which composition technique involves placing the subject along lines or at the points where they intersect?
Symmetry
Leading lines
Rule of thirds
Framing
How can artists plan their use of color to create a specific mood in their artwork?
By using random colors
By using color theory principles
By looking
By using only tints and shades of yellow
What is the rule of thirds in composition?
Dividing the image into three equal parts horizontally and vertically
Using three subjects in every photo
Setting the camera's ISO to a third of its maximum value
Editing the photo into three distinct color tones
In terms of composition, what does "leading lines" refer to?
Lines that lead the viewer's eye to the main subject of the photograph
The edges of the photo frame
Horizontal lines that divide the photo into thirds
The outline of the main subject
Which of the following is an example of a composition technique in art?
Using only primary colors
Using the rule of thirds
Using only straight lines
Using only one type of texture
Primary subject that catches the readers' attention first.
composition
framin
center of visual interest
CVO
What is the significance of diagonal lines in a photograph's composition?
They indicate stability and balance
They suggest movement and action
They have no specific significance
They make the photograph appear static
Why is the rule of thirds considered a good starting point for beginners in photography?
It is the only composition rule that professional photographers use.
It is a complex rule that helps in mastering advanced photography techniques.
It provides a simple guideline that helps in placing the subject for a balanced composition.
It requires special equipment to be implemented correctly.
What is the term used to describe the arrangement of visual elements in art or photography?
Symmetry
Composition
Perspective
Texture
What is the relationship between background, middle ground, and foreground in the context of composition?
They determine the photo's exposure
They dictate the camera settings
They work together to draw the eye around the image
They have no relationship in photo composition
How can artists strategically use composition techniques to improve their artwork?
By placing elements randomly
By planning the arrangement of elements
By using only one composition technique
By avoiding the use of composition techniques
What is the significance of balance in composition?
To ensure that all elements in the image are of the same size.
To make sure the image is symmetrical.
To find balance between your subject and negative space, avoiding a feeling of the image being too 'heavy' or overcrowded.
To place the subject in the center of the frame for stability.
What does the Rule of Thirds in composition suggest?
Divide your frame into three equal parts and place the subject in the center.
Divide your frame into thirds and place the focal point in one of the thirds instead of the center.
Always place the subject in the lower third of the frame.
The frame should be divided into thirds, but the subject should always be in the top third.
What type of COMPOSITION do you see?
Diagonal
Rule of 3rds
Centering
Photographer can look through this to compose and check the focus of a picture. Can also use the LCD monitor instead.
Viewfinder
Lens
Main dial
What is the primary purpose of color theory in art?
To create a sense of movement
To communicate emotions and moods
To outline objects clearly
To increase the value of the artwork
A setting on your camera that will allow you to create a burst of artificial light.
Shutter button
Lens
Flash
Lightning
A great photo incorporates elements of design and good composition
True
False
The rule of thirds states that objects and subjects of focus should be in the center of the photo
True
False
Depth of field refers to ______.
the setting of the shutter speed
the range of the lens
the area that is sharp and in focus
the area in front of the object that is blurry and not able to be clearly focused
Which of the following is NOT a principle of design?
Color
Pattern
Scale
Unity
What is the purpose of the aperture in a camera lens?
To adjust the brightness of the image
To control the depth of field
To change the focal length of the lens
To stabilize the camera while taking photos
What principle of design involves the repetition of visual elements?
Balance
Contrast
Pattern
Scale
Which image below shows rule of thirds?
How can an artist create the illusion of space in a two-dimensional artwork?
By using a monochromatic color scheme
By applying texture to the background
By varying the size and placement of objects
By using only geometric shapes
Choose the definition that matches the term "Foreground".
Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)
Still objects that are observed and drawn
Objects in the front of the artwork
Using lines, shapes, etc to lead the viewer through the artwork
Objects in the back of the artwork
A photo shot from above, taken from a high angle.
reference photo
format
framing
bird's eye view
What is the purpose of using a pattern in design?
To create a sense of chaos
To guide the viewer's eye through the artwork
To make the artwork more difficult to understand
To reduce the importance of individual elements
Which of the following is not a benefit of using the rule of thirds?
It helps to balance the elements in the photo
It creates a natural flow for the viewer's eye
It ensures that the subject is always in the center of the frame
It adds interest and complexity to the photo
When we take a picture from where we normally stand what is that called?
worm's eye view
bird's eye view
eye level
perspective
Following a moving object while the background of the photo becomes a motion blur.
panning
fast shutter
shutter
aperture
Why is it important for an artist to understand the principles of design when creating a composition?
To make the artwork look chaotic.
To create a visually appealing and effective artwork.
To avoid using any design elements.
To make the artwork look unfinished.
