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What is George Tapan known for?
What is George Tapan known for?
Which of the following is not considered a distinct characteristic of Philippine photography?
Which of the following is not considered a distinct characteristic of Philippine photography?
What type of lighting technique is best suited for portraits according to the text?
What type of lighting technique is best suited for portraits according to the text?
Which of the following is the most important aspect of human interest photography?
Which of the following is the most important aspect of human interest photography?
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What is the main difference between portrait and dynamic scene photography according to the text?
What is the main difference between portrait and dynamic scene photography according to the text?
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What is the main focus of Philippine travel photography according to the text?
What is the main focus of Philippine travel photography according to the text?
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What type of photography did George Tapan start with?
What type of photography did George Tapan start with?
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Which of the following techniques is NOT mentioned as a distinct characteristic of Philippine photography?
Which of the following techniques is NOT mentioned as a distinct characteristic of Philippine photography?
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What is the purpose of using high contrast in photography, according to the text?
What is the purpose of using high contrast in photography, according to the text?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a guideline for good contrast in photography?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a guideline for good contrast in photography?
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What is the main focus of human interest photography, according to the text?
What is the main focus of human interest photography, according to the text?
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Which of the following is mentioned as a distinct characteristic of Philippine photography?
Which of the following is mentioned as a distinct characteristic of Philippine photography?
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Study Notes
- Photography is a popular hobby among Filipinos, with many photographers gaining recognition for their remarkable shots, such as George Tapan who has won prestigious awards and published travel photography books.
- George Tapan started as a photographer for movie posters before shifting to travel photography, capturing famous works like Into the Green Zone and Batanes Island.
- Distinct characteristics of Philippine photography include interesting foreground, sharpness, interesting perspective (photographing from unusual angles), good lighting techniques (flat lighting, backlighting, split/side lighting), symmetry (horizontal, vertical, radial), shadows for depth, contrast for visual impact, human interest in candid shots, and isolation to draw focus on the main subject.
- Guidelines for good contrast include softer low contrast for portraits and high contrast for dynamic scenes like sunsets, while over-edited images with harsh contrast can be unattractive.
- Human interest in photography emphasizes candid shots where subjects are captured naturally living their lives, rather than posing for the camera.
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Explore the distinct characteristics of Philippine photography, including interesting foreground, sharpness, unique perspectives, good lighting techniques, symmetry, shadows, contrast, human interest in candid shots, and subject isolation. Learn about famous Filipino photographers like George Tapan and their contributions to the art.
