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Which term refers to the amount of space between the top of a subject's head and the top of the frame?
Which term refers to the amount of space between the top of a subject's head and the top of the frame?
- Trucking
- Framing
- Zooming
- Headroom (correct)
Zooming involves changing from a wide or long shot to a close-up.
Zooming involves changing from a wide or long shot to a close-up.
True (A)
What is the purpose of a wide shot in photography?
What is the purpose of a wide shot in photography?
To show the entire object or human figure and place it in relation to its surroundings.
The camera moves left or right along a track during __________.
The camera moves left or right along a track during __________.
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Match the type of shot with its description:
Match the type of shot with its description:
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Study Notes
Media and Communication
- Media encompasses various forms of mass communication, including broadcasting, publishing, and the internet, collectively shaping public discourse.
Framing
- Refers to the strategic placement and positioning of subjects within a shot, influencing how viewers perceive the context and message.
Headroom
- Defined as the amount of space between the top of a subject's head and the upper edge of the frame, crucial for achieving balance and focus in photographs or videos.
Zooming
- Involves a smooth transition from a wide shot to a close-up (or vice versa), allowing viewers to experience varying perspectives of the subject.
Basic Shots in Photography
- Wide Shot: Captures the entire object or human figure, providing context by situating it within its surroundings.
- Medium Shot: Frames the subject from around the waist or knees up to the head, focusing on the subject while still offering some context.
- Tight Shot: The camera is very close to the subject, often used for dramatic effect or detail in an extreme close-up.
Trucking
- Involves camera movement left or right along a track, typically parallel to characters, enhancing storytelling and dynamic composition.
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