To create a visually appealing image.

To convey a message or story.

To capture a moment in time.

To document a subject.

Leading lines

Rule of thirds

Symmetry

Bokeh

A compositional guideline that divides the frame into thirds, both horizontally and vertically.

A rule that states that the most important element in a photograph should be placed in the center of the frame.

A rule that states that the horizon should always be placed in the center of the frame.

A rule that states that the subject should always be placed in the foreground of the frame.

Lines in a photograph that draw the viewer's eye to a specific point.

Lines in a photograph that create a sense of depth.

Lines in a photograph that create a sense of movement.

Lines in a photograph that create a sense of balance.

The use of objects in the foreground to create a frame around the subject.

The use of light and shadow to create a frame around the subject.

The use of color to create a frame around the subject.

The use of lines to create a frame around the subject.

The difference between light and dark areas in a photograph.

The difference between warm and cool colors in a photograph.

The difference between saturated and unsaturated colors in a photograph.

The difference between sharp and blurry areas in a photograph.

Documentary photographs are typically taken by professional photographers, while photojournalism photographs are typically taken by amateur photographers.

Documentary photographs are typically taken with a wide-angle lens, while photojournalism photographs are typically taken with a telephoto lens.

Documentary photographs are typically taken in black and white, while photojournalism photographs are typically taken in color.

Documentary photographs are typically taken to document a subject, while photojournalism photographs are typically taken to tell a story.

Documentary photographers should always get permission from their subjects before taking their photographs.

Documentary photographers should never alter their photographs in any way.

Documentary photographers should always be truthful and accurate in their work.

All of the above.

Documentary photographers often have to work in difficult and dangerous conditions.

Documentary photographers often have to deal with uncooperative subjects.

Documentary photographers often have to work on a tight budget.

All of the above.

Documentary photographers have the opportunity to make a difference in the world.

Documentary photographers have the opportunity to tell important stories.

Documentary photographers have the opportunity to travel the world.

All of the above.

Social issues

Environmental issues

Political issues

Sports

Photo essay

Documentary film

Multimedia project

Book

Candid photography

Staged photography

Street photography

Portrait photography

Getting permission from subjects

Avoiding manipulation of images

Respecting privacy

Using humor

Working in difficult conditions

Dealing with uncooperative subjects

Working on a tight budget

Finding funding