Parts of a Camera
The name of the small window that you look through to compose your photo
Viewfinder
When one part of the photo stands out from the rest.
Emphasis
Lines on your screen that help to compose your photo
Rule of thirds
The term for the *twinkle* (reflection) in a subject's eye
Catchlight
Light from the sun or window is considered this type of light
Natural light
The button you press to view your photos
Playback button
Using similar shapes, textures, or colors to create flow
Pattern/repetition
This "line" draws your eye to a subject
Leading lines
A photo with only the subject's eyes in frame
Extreme close up
Location of our street photography field trip
Kensington Market
The part of the camera that controls how long light hits the sensor
Shutter
This term describes the space around and between subjects
Negative space
The part of the photo that the eye is naturally drawn to
Focal point/single point
The part of the face that should always be sharp in a portrait
Eyes
Location of our street photography field trip
Kensington Market
The part allows you to change the focal length
Zoom ring (on the lens)
How all parts of the image work together
Unity/harmony
Positioning the camera to create a sense of depth
A lighting setup where one side of the face is lit and the other is mostly in shadow
Rembrandt lighting
The name of Ms. Au's dog
50mm
Differences in elements like color, texture, or value to create visual interest and draw attention
Contrast
Composing your shot so that the subject occupies most or all of the frame; eliminating distractions/clutter
Filling the frame
A tool used to bounce light onto the subject’s face
Reflector
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