Understanding Light in Photography
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What is the fundamental element in photography?

  • Light (correct)
  • Color correction
  • Shutter speed
  • Lens aperture
  • What does the word 'photography' mean?

  • Creating illusions
  • Drawing with light (correct)
  • Merging colors
  • Capturing moments
  • Which type of lighting is defined as lighting that is not added to the scene by the photographer?

  • Speedlight
  • Flash
  • Sunlight
  • Ambient light (correct)
  • What type of lighting is often preferred by many photographers for its portability and flexibility?

    <p>Speedlight or flash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for choosing certain lighting for photography?

    <p>To create a specific mood or atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be considered as ambient lighting?

    <p>Moonlight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of ambient lighting?

    <p>To produce a soft, evenly distributed light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the technique of reflecting ambient natural light into a shaded area called?

    <p>Open shade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is flat lighting a preferred technique?

    <p>When the subject has acne or wrinkles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of broad lighting?

    <p>To make a narrow face look fuller</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lighting technique works well for a person with a narrow face?

    <p>Broad lighting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does short light refer to?

    <p>Side lighting where the less well-lit side of the subject is facing the camera</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can ambient natural light be directed into a shaded area?

    <p>By using open shade technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lighting technique works best for emphasizing facial features with shadows?

    <p>Short light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can ambient light be modified to achieve the desired effect?

    <p>By using modifiers to reflect it or by moving around your subject or having your subject move around until you achieve the desired lighting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does broad lighting emphasize?

    <p>The well-lit side of the subject's face</p> Signup and view all the answers

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