Lighting for Portraits and Landscapes
Q. In landscape photography, what is the effect of using a small aperture (high f-stop number)?
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A.
Shallow depth of field
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B.
Increased depth of field
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C.
More light entering the camera
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D.
Less sharpness in the image
Solution
A small aperture increases depth of field, allowing more of the scene to be in focus, which is desirable in landscape photography.
Correct Answer: B — Increased depth of field
Q. What is the best way to achieve a well-exposed portrait in bright sunlight?
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A.
Use a fast shutter speed
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B.
Increase ISO to maximum
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C.
Use a wide aperture
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D.
Use fill flash
Solution
Using fill flash helps to illuminate the subject's face and reduce harsh shadows caused by bright sunlight.
Correct Answer: D — Use fill flash
Q. What is the effect of backlighting in portrait photography?
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A.
Creates a flat image
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B.
Highlights the subject's features
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C.
Produces a silhouette effect
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D.
Enhances color saturation
Solution
Backlighting can create a silhouette effect, emphasizing the subject's shape against a bright background.
Correct Answer: C — Produces a silhouette effect
Q. What is the ideal time of day for natural lighting in portrait photography?
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A.
Midday
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B.
Golden hour
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C.
Blue hour
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D.
Night
Solution
The golden hour, shortly after sunrise or before sunset, provides soft, warm light that is ideal for portraits.
Correct Answer: B — Golden hour
Q. What is the main advantage of using a wide-angle lens for landscape photography?
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A.
It compresses the scene
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B.
It allows for shallow depth of field
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C.
It captures more of the scene
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D.
It reduces distortion
Solution
A wide-angle lens captures a broader view of the landscape, making it ideal for expansive scenes.
Correct Answer: C — It captures more of the scene
Q. What is the primary purpose of using a reflector in portrait photography?
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A.
To diffuse light
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B.
To block light
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C.
To bounce light
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D.
To absorb light
Solution
A reflector is used to bounce light onto the subject, filling in shadows and creating a more balanced exposure.
Correct Answer: C — To bounce light
Q. What is the purpose of using a neutral density (ND) filter in landscape photography?
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A.
To increase color saturation
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B.
To reduce glare
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C.
To allow for longer exposures
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D.
To enhance sharpness
Solution
An ND filter reduces the amount of light entering the lens, allowing for longer exposures without overexposing the image.
Correct Answer: C — To allow for longer exposures
Q. Which composition technique is often used to enhance landscape photographs?
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A.
Rule of thirds
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B.
Leading lines
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C.
Framing
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D.
All of the above
Solution
All of these techniques can enhance the composition of landscape photographs by guiding the viewer's eye and creating balance.
Correct Answer: D — All of the above
Q. Which lighting condition is generally considered the worst for landscape photography?
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A.
Overcast skies
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B.
Harsh midday sun
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C.
Golden hour
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D.
Twilight
Solution
Harsh midday sun creates strong shadows and high contrast, which can be unflattering for landscape photography.
Correct Answer: B — Harsh midday sun
Q. Which lighting setup is commonly used for portrait photography?
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A.
Rembrandt lighting
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B.
Flat lighting
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C.
Backlighting
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D.
Silhouette lighting
Solution
Rembrandt lighting creates a triangle of light on the subject's cheek, adding depth and dimension to portraits.
Correct Answer: A — Rembrandt lighting
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