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chap 5-8
final
68
Photography
Undergraduate 1
11/10/2013

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Term
Light
Definition
is the most fundamental component of a photograph
Term
when you see it
Definition
most of the time, its best to take a picture ______ __________ ______ and not wait until later.
Term
intensity, quality, direction, contrast and color
Definition
Some of the most important characteristics of light include its _____, _____, _______, ________, and _________
Term
hard or soft
Definition
Light quality is often characterized as either ____ or _____.
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Contrast
Definition
_____ is the difference between between highlights (light areas) and shadows (darks) of a scene.
Term
Color temperature, Kelvin
Definition
the color of light is described as ________ __________, and rated in degrees _________ (k).
Term
warmth and coolness
Definition
you dont need to know all the kelvin values. its just helpful to know the relative ________ and _________ of different kinds of light
Term
flash
Definition
built-in ______ is convenient and automatic, but its not very powerful or versatile
Term
shutter speed, flash
Definition
there are two main ways to freeze the action of a subject. you can use a fast ______ ______ or you can use a ________.
Term
sync
Definition
a flash must always __________ with the camera's shutter - that is, it must fire when the shutter is wide open
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mood
Definition
while flash may significantly improve your chances of archieving adequate exposure, it will also alter the picture's _____.
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red-eye
Definition
is especially common with built-in flash, since the flashs light strikes the eye from the same direction that the lens captures the picture.
Term
Inverse sqare law
Definition
what "law" does this describe?
Term
on- camera
Definition
can be very convienient, but its light is flat and harsh when aimed directly at the subject.
Term
key light, key, main light
Definition
the _____ _____, also called the ____ or the mainlight, is the dominant light source, providing the primary illumination in a lighting setup.
Term
detail
Definition
the fill is one (or more) seperate light source position somewhere opposite the key, but weaker in power. the goal is to add enough light to reveal ________ in the shadows
Term
sharp focus
Definition
depth of field is a zone of _____ _____ in a photograph
Term
larger, small
Definition

a ______ aperature (f/2.8) produces very little depth of field, while a

________ aperature (f/16) produces a large amount of depth of field

Term
optical, manipulation
Definition
depth of field is an ________ phenomenon inherent in photography, and the _________ of it has important consequences for
Term
great Depth of field, arrest
Definition
it is difficult to realize in a single photograph both _____ _____  _ ____ and the ________ of action
Term
aperture, focal length of lens, distance from camera to subject
Definition
what are the three factors that function to determine DOF?
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shortter, greater
Definition
the ______ the focal legnth of a lens, the _______ the depth of field
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closer, subject
Definition
the _____ the lens is to the subject, the less the DOF
Term
scales, visually
Definition
DOF ______ are indispensable aids for the photographer whose camera cannot reveal DOF __________
Term
hyperfocal focusing
Definition
__________ __________is a technique for increasing DOF when focus has been set to infinity.
Term
backup copy
Definition
create at least one _____ _______ of your images as soon as you save them, so you dont forget and risk losing the pictures
Term
take the picture
Definition
most pictures need some degree of adjustment in post. However, editing time can be minimized by doing all you can to make things right when you _________ ______ _________.
Term
calibrated
Definition
a good moniter isnt enough for optimal image editing - it must also be ________ for accuracy
Term
color management
Definition
monitor calibration isnt enough to ensure accuracy throughout the output process: there has to be ______ ______ every step of the way
Term
paper profile
Definition
when making prints, your printer must be set up with the correct ______ ________ so each print will match the displayed image
Term
RGB, CYMK
Definition
the two most common color spaces are __________ and _____
Term
lost
Definition
JPEG files are compressed in-camera, causing some of the image data to be _______.
Term
cropping
Definition
________  refers to trimming an image for tighter composition
Term
underexposed, overexposed
Definition
an image that is too dark overall was _____; an image that is too light was _________
Term
white balance
Definition
________ _________ refers to how warm or cool the image looks
Term
colorcast
Definition
___________ refers to the over all color bias of a picture.
Term
saturation
Definition
the intensity or richness of a color is its ___________
Term
levels, curves
Definition
_______ and ______ are graphs that create a visual representation of the information in your image file, allowing you to edit it
Term
brightness
Definition
the first overall adjustion youll want to make is probably image ______
Term
contrast
Definition
often the second overall adjustment youll want to make is image _______
Term
zoom
Definition
________ in on the area that needs retouching
Term
burning, dodging
Definition
probably the most fundamental local adjustments are _______ and __________
Term
moderation
Definition
its generally best to use filters in _______, but you can choose a more radical approach if you like.
Term
minimize image noise while taking pictures
Definition
using a good camera, setting a low ISO, and avoiding underexposure are a few ways to do what?
Term
lossless
Definition
when saving your edited images for storage, its highly recommended that you use a _______ format.
Term
sharpening, sharp
Definition
___________ can enhance a pictyure, but it wont make unfocused pictures ____________.
Term
keywords
Definition
there are several ways to manage your image archive. one is by using _________, descriptions of your pictures that you add to the metadata
Term
back up
Definition
your best protection against disaster is the ________ ___________ your images as you go.
Term
nozzle check
Definition
when using the printer for the first time, or after a period of disuse, do a _______ ___________ to make sure the print head is unclogged and aligned
Term
inkject printers
Definition
_________ __________ printers spray minuscule ink droplets ink droplets onto paper to form an image.
Term
premiem
Definition
there is no strict industry standard for ____________ papers.
Term
surface
Definition
the _______ of inkject print is subject to smudging, scuffing, and scratching
Term
inks
Definition
it is possible that youll spend more on _____ over time than you will on thr printer or even printing paper
Term
Pixels per Inch
Definition
PPI
Term
Dots Per Inch
Definition
DPI
Term
100%
Definition
scale the image to _______ to match the dimensions and resolution you set in your image editor.
Term
profile
Definition
if you use the same paper on a different printer, you will have to download a new __________ for that printer
Term
dry
Definition
inks may not be fully___________ when the paper exits the printer, so handle prints with care
Term
clogged, misaligned
Definition
probably the most common problem with inkjet printing is a_________ or ___________ print head
Term
view, evaluate
Definition
you should _______ and ___________ a print under the same light in which you expect the print will be seen.
Term
gloves
Definition
use lintless cotton _______ whenever possible to minimize damage when handleing prints
Term
archival
Definition
these are the ________ factors you should keep in mind : printing papers, inks and/or dyes, light, heat, and humidity, storage and display, and environment
Term
archival
Definition
inks that are pigment-based rather than dye-based re considered more ____________
Term
away
Definition
if you display framed prints on your walls, hang them ____ from the direct light of the windows or skylights
Term
limited
Definition
all digital media has a ________ lifespan
Term
soft proof
Definition
the ______ ___________ should be fairly accurate, but only if your monitor is properly calibrated
Term
color, weight, surface, qaulity and size
Definition
what are the factors to be considered when choosing mat board?
Term
100%
Definition
archival rag board (made from 100% cotton fibers) or acid-free board is considered safest for long-term display and storage.
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