Photography Genres
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What is the primary purpose of fine art photography?

  • To capture landscapes and nature
  • To express the artist's imagination and emotions (correct)
  • To showcase fashion items
  • To document news stories

    • Which type of photography focuses on capturing real-life events in an artistic manner?

  • Travel Photography
  • Lifestyle Photography (correct)
  • Nature Photography
  • Portrait Photography

    • What characterizes a photograph with technical value?

  • It is blurry and unclear
  • It tells a compelling story
  • It captures vibrant colors
  • It is clear and free from smudges (correct)

    • Which type of photography aims to present news material for publication?

    <p>Photojournalism Photography (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of architecture photography?

    <p>Photographing buildings and structures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which photographic style is characterized by capturing small and close-up objects?

    <p>Macro Photography (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key function of photos in storytelling?

    <p>To attract attention (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of photography often includes the art of capturing nature elements such as plants and wildlife?

    <p>Nature Photography (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of landscape photography?

    <p>Capturing vast spaces of nature and man-made features (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of photography emphasizes capturing the artist's imagination and emotions?

    <p>Fine art photography (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do lifestyle photographs typically highlight?

    <p>Beauty of everyday occurrences and typical situations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is essential for a photograph to possess editorial value?

    <p>It tells a story at a glance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which photography genre is primarily aimed at showcasing locations for travel literature?

    <p>Travel photography (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes vernacular photography from other types?

    <p>It reflects ordinary, everyday life through amateur means (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the role of photos in attracting attention?

    <p>To evoke curiosity and engage the viewer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which craft involves the creation of functional objects from clay?

    <p>Pottery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Architecture Photography

    The art of photographing buildings and structures.

    Fashion Photography

    Photography showcasing clothing and fashion items.

    Fine Art Photography

    Photography expressing the artist's imagination and feelings.

    Landscape Photography

    Photography showcasing natural or man-made landscapes, emphasizing space and depth.

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    Lifestyle Photography

    Photography capturing everyday life and moments in an artistic way.

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    Macro Photography

    Close-up photography of very small objects.

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    Photojournalism

    Photography used to report news, conveying stories through visuals.

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    Portrait Photography

    Capturing the personality and expression of a person or group.

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    What is Metalcraft?

    The art of shaping metal, like brass, bronze, gold, or silver, by heating and pouring it into molds to create objects. It involves techniques like casting and forging.

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    What is Pottery?

    The art of crafting objects from clay, which is then fired at high temperatures to harden it. It involves shaping, decorating, and firing the clay.

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    What is a Balisong?

    A traditional Filipino knife, also known as a butterfly knife, known for its unique folding mechanism.

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    What is the main difference between Functional Crafts and Decorative Crafts?

    Functional crafts prioritize usefulness over beauty, such as tools or utensils. Decorative crafts focus on aesthetic appeal and ornamentation.

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    What is a Functional Craft?

    A craft where the primary focus is on the object's usefulness and practical application.

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    What is a Decorative Craft?

    A craft focused on creating aesthetically pleasing objects, prioritizing beauty and ornamentation.

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    What are the Maranaos famous for?

    The Maranaos are an ethnic group in the Philippines known for their exceptional metalcraft skills.

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    Which photography genre focuses on small objects?

    Macro photography is a genre that captures the beauty of tiny objects and details in extreme close-up.

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    Study Notes

    Photography Genres

    • Architecture Photography: Focuses on photographing buildings and structures.
    • Fashion Photography: Showcases clothing and fashion items.
    • Fine Art Photography: Aims to express the artist's imagination and emotions, serving an artistic purpose.
    • Landscape Photography: Captures natural or man-made spaces, often vast landscapes.
    • Lifestyle Photography: Visually depicts everyday occurrences and situations, in an artistic manner.
    • Macro Photography: Focuses on very small or close-up objects.
    • Nature Photography: Photographs plants, wildlife, seas, oceans, and other natural elements.
    • Photojournalism: Collects, edits, and presents news images to tell a news story.
    • Portrait Photography: Captures the expressions, personality, and mood of a person or group.
    • Travel Photography: Showcases locations, destinations, and is used to illustrate travel literature (e.g., articles, brochures).
    • Vernacular Photography: Photographs ordinary, everyday life, often amateur or unplanned.

    Characteristics of a Good Photographer

    • Technical Value: Images must be clear, free of defects (smudges, blur).
    • Editorial Value: Images should tell a story at a glance, capture significant moments, or illustrate happenings.

    Functions of Photos

    • Attract Attention: Grab the viewer's interest.
    • Illustrate a Point: Support a point within the overall story.
    • Tell the Story: Communicate the entire story through the image and captions.
    • Sequence with Other Illustrations: Organize and present the story visually.
    • Visual Relief: Offer visual breaks in the content.

    Crafts

    Functional Crafts

    • Focused more on usefulness rather than beauty or ornamentation.

    Metalcraft

    • Materials: Brass, bronze, gold, and silver are heated and poured into molds to make objects – from jewelry to other decorative items.
    • Examples: Jewelry, decorative objects, balisong knives.
    • Regions: Maranaos are known for metalwork; Batangas is associated with balisong knives.

    Pottery

    • Material: Clay.
    • Process: Shaped and fired at high temperatures.
    • Example: Manunggul Jar (secondary burial jar).

    Woodworking

    • Process: Cutting, framing, and joining wood.

    Importance of Crafts

    • Cultural Heritage: Preserves cultural traditions through indigenous materials.
    • Creativity: Demonstrates individual creativity and imagination.
    • Economic Impact: Encourages raw material production and creates employment.

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    Explore various photography genres ranging from architecture to travel. Learn the distinct characteristics and purposes behind each type, including fine art and photojournalism. This quiz will enhance your understanding of the diverse world of photography.

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