Quiz No 2

Point and Shoot

2

Move close, isolate an individual

2

Use of large apertures eg f2.8

3

Choosing backgrounds

10

Using longer focal length lenses

4

Using 2 or 3 studio lights, static pose

4

Selecting specialised film stock

8

Observing natural lighting on faces and hands

5

Being constantly observant about general locations/lighting

4

Observing natural idiosyncrasies of subject

3

Being more interested in your subject than camera/lens/film                                

20

Talking to subject prior to shoot - creating your image

6

Listening to subject prior to shoot - creating their image using location, clothing and lighting

8

Talking with and listening to subject prior to shoot, assessing personality traits to be revealed in portrait            

5

Being enthusiastic and passionate about the shoot

6

Inspiring subject to be excited/passionate about the shoot       

6

Being prepared to experiment, 'waste' film and walk on the edge of the cliff!

4

TOTAL

100