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Which genre of photography focuses on capturing the essence and emotions of a particular moment?

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Which genre of photography is characterized by its ability to capture the essence and emotions of a particular moment?

  1. Landscape photography

  2. Portrait photography

  3. Photojournalism

  4. Street photography


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Street photography is a genre of photography that focuses on capturing the essence and emotions of a particular moment, often in a candid and spontaneous manner.

What is the primary goal of street photographers?

  1. To document everyday life

  2. To create aesthetically pleasing images

  3. To tell a story

  4. To capture the essence of a particular moment


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary goal of street photographers is to capture the essence of a particular moment, often in a candid and spontaneous manner.

What are some common techniques used by street photographers?

  1. Using a wide-angle lens

  2. Shooting from the hip

  3. Using a fast shutter speed

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Street photographers often use a wide-angle lens to capture a wide field of view, shoot from the hip to capture candid moments, and use a fast shutter speed to freeze motion.

What are some of the challenges faced by street photographers?

  1. Getting close to subjects without being noticed

  2. Dealing with difficult lighting conditions

  3. Finding interesting subjects

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Street photographers often face challenges such as getting close to subjects without being noticed, dealing with difficult lighting conditions, and finding interesting subjects.

Which of the following is NOT a common subject for street photography?

  1. People

  2. Architecture

  3. Nature

  4. Animals


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nature is not a common subject for street photography, as street photography typically focuses on capturing the essence and emotions of a particular moment in a candid and spontaneous manner.

Which of the following photographers is known for their iconic street photography?

  1. Henri Cartier-Bresson

  2. Diane Arbus

  3. Garry Winogrand

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Henri Cartier-Bresson, Diane Arbus, and Garry Winogrand are all known for their iconic street photography.

What is the term used to describe a decisive moment in street photography?

  1. The Golden Hour

  2. The Magic Hour

  3. The Decisive Moment

  4. The Perfect Shot


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The term "The Decisive Moment" is used to describe a decisive moment in street photography, when the photographer captures the essence of a particular moment in a candid and spontaneous manner.

Which of the following is NOT a common composition technique used in street photography?

  1. Leading lines

  2. Rule of thirds

  3. Symmetry

  4. Bokeh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bokeh is not a common composition technique used in street photography, as street photography typically focuses on capturing the essence and emotions of a particular moment in a candid and spontaneous manner.

What is the term used to describe a series of street photographs that are taken over a period of time?

  1. A photo essay

  2. A photo story

  3. A photo documentary

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A photo essay, a photo story, and a photo documentary are all terms used to describe a series of street photographs that are taken over a period of time.

Which of the following is NOT a common theme in street photography?

  1. Social issues

  2. Political issues

  3. Everyday life

  4. Nature


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nature is not a common theme in street photography, as street photography typically focuses on capturing the essence and emotions of a particular moment in a candid and spontaneous manner.

What is the term used to describe a candid photograph taken in a public place?

  1. A candid shot

  2. A street shot

  3. A snapshot

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A candid shot, a street shot, and a snapshot are all terms used to describe a candid photograph taken in a public place.

Which of the following is NOT a common format for street photography?

  1. Black and white

  2. Color

  3. Square

  4. Panoramic


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Panoramic is not a common format for street photography, as street photography typically focuses on capturing the essence and emotions of a particular moment in a candid and spontaneous manner.

Which of the following is NOT a common editing technique used in street photography?

  1. Cropping

  2. Adjusting exposure

  3. Adjusting contrast

  4. Adding filters


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Adding filters is not a common editing technique used in street photography, as street photography typically focuses on capturing the essence and emotions of a particular moment in a candid and spontaneous manner.

What is the term used to describe a photograph that captures a moment of human connection?

  1. A human interest photograph

  2. A candid shot

  3. A street shot

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A human interest photograph, a candid shot, and a street shot are all terms used to describe a photograph that captures a moment of human connection.

Which of the following is NOT a common subject for street photography?

  1. People

  2. Architecture

  3. Nature

  4. Animals


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nature is not a common subject for street photography, as street photography typically focuses on capturing the essence and emotions of a particular moment in a candid and spontaneous manner.

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