VOCAB by Sarah LaFond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1oquBmH3HZHn5YRqjwrwdY1SC659quuHJ1LkZuzSdkoY/preview?rm=minimal en-us 2021-08-19 16:46:34 UTC 2026-03-09 19:11:15 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4f8.png Genre sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1686397023 Definition: The elements that the piece of photography is made up of such as portrait, landscape, street etc. ]]> 2021-08-19 17:01:39 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1686397023 35mm sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1686407095 Definition: The standard film format for photography that is versitile for many photos. ]]> 2021-08-19 17:07:16 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1686407095 Twin Lens Camera sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1686411974 Definition: A camera with two lens that has one camera to focus the image and the second to take the photograph. ]]> 2021-08-19 17:10:11 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1686411974 Camera Obscura sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1686418227 Definition: a darkened box with a convex lens or aperture for projecting the image of an external object onto a screen inside. It is important historically in the development of photography.]]> 2021-08-19 17:13:54 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1686418227 Gelatin Silver Process sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1686418986 Definition: The gelatin silver process is the most commonly used chemical process in black-and-white photography, and is the fundamental chemical process for modern analog color photography]]> 2021-08-19 17:14:22 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1686418986 Curator sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1691485276 Definition: Photo curators collect, exhibit, research and maintain the photo collection at a museum ]]> 2021-08-23 16:34:17 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1691485276 Exhibition sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1691485756 Definition: Photography Exhibition refers to an event wherever the creator, painters, photographers show their artistic work in the hope of attracting the art lovers. ]]> 2021-08-23 16:34:30 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1691485756 Gallery sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1691486342 Definition: a large room for the exhibition of pictures also : a collection of pictures.]]> 2021-08-23 16:34:52 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1691486342 Museum sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1691487078 Definition: Museum photography involves producing photographic reproductions of objects on display in museums: utilitarian objects, 2D or 3D works of art]]> 2021-08-23 16:35:17 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1691487078 Photography Studio sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1691487569 Definition: A photographic studio is often a business owned and represented by one or more photographers, possibly accompanied by assistants and pupils, who create and sell their own and sometimes others’ photographs]]> 2021-08-23 16:35:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1691487569 Balance sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731403374 Definition: A compositional technique in photography that places two things together to show contrast or similarities within a frame so that the objects are of equal visual weight. ]]> 2021-09-10 16:37:11 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731403374 Variety sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731403698 Definition: Varying elements and objects in your image to make sure not everything looks the same. ]]> 2021-09-10 16:37:19 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731403698 Pattern (repetition) sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731404687 Definition: The concept of integrating a repetition of elements into your photographs]]> 2021-09-10 16:37:43 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731404687 Proportion (Scale) sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731405473 Definition: Comparing the size of objects, or the amount of one thing to the whole. ]]> 2021-09-10 16:38:04 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731405473 Movement (rhythm) sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731406593 Definition: Related to the way the gear is set and also how it is manipulated ]]> 2021-09-10 16:38:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731406593 Unity (Harmony) sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731407134 Definition: The visual relationship between elements in a photograph. It helps create a cohesive image. ]]> 2021-09-10 16:38:47 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731407134 Emphasis (Contrast) sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731408589 Definition: An area or object within the artwork that draws attention and becomes a focal point. ]]> 2021-09-10 16:39:24 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731408589 Line sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731414183 Definition: Marks moving in a space between two points wherby a viewer can visualize the stroke movement, direction and intention based on how the line is oriented. ]]> 2021-09-10 16:41:40 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731414183 Shape sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731414531 Definition: An element of art that is two dimensional, flat or limited to height and width. ]]> 2021-09-10 16:41:49 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731414531 Color sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731414867 Definition: An element consisting of hues, of which there are three propoerties: hue, chroma or intensity, and value. ]]> 2021-09-10 16:41:58 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731414867 Texture sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731632049 Definition: The visual quality of the surface of the object, revealed through variances in shape, tone, and color depth. ]]> 2021-09-10 18:18:16 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731632049 Value sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731633639 Definition: How light or dark a given color or hue can be. It is best understood as a scale or gradient, from dark to light. ]]> 2021-09-10 18:19:04 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731633639 Form sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731635171 Definition: The three dimensional apprearance of shapes and objects in a photo. ]]> 2021-09-10 18:19:51 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731635171 Space sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731636426 Definition: The act of adding visual space in front of the direction that an object is moving. ]]> 2021-09-10 18:20:30 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1731636426 Radial Symmetry sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749168207 Definition: the condition of having similar parts regularly arranged around a central axis.]]> 2021-09-17 16:36:11 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749168207 Juxtaposition sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749168523 Definition: place or deal with close together for contrasting effect]]> 2021-09-17 16:36:20 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749168523 Symmetry sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749168725 Definition: In photography symmetry appears when parts of your composition mirror other parts. It is created when two halves of your scene look the same and balance each other out. Symmetry defines something being clean, proportional and balanced and will make pictures appear neat, tidy and clinical]]> 2021-09-17 16:36:26 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749168725 Abstract sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749168914 Definition: Formally speaking, abstract photography is a method of expressing ideas and emotions with photographed image elements without the intention of creating a traditional or realistic image.]]> 2021-09-17 16:36:31 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749168914 Asymmetry sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749169176 Definition: Has unequal visual weight on either side. But those visual elements balance out each other.]]> 2021-09-17 16:36:38 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749169176 Gradient sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749169381 Definition: An image gradient is a directional change in the intensity or color in an image.]]> 2021-09-17 16:36:43 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1749169381 Cool Colors sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1763368155 Definition: Cool colors include green, blue, and purple, and variations of those three colors.]]> 2021-09-23 15:30:42 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1763368155 Warm Colors sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1763368698 Definition: One group of colors in the color wheel is associated with the sun, warmth and fire. These colors are called warm colors since they evoke warm feelings in people. Yellow, red, orange and different shades of these colors are warm colors]]> 2021-09-23 15:30:53 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1763368698 Neutral Colors sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1763369091 Definition: In the context of interior design, neutral means without color. Neutrals such as beige, ivory, taupe, black, gray, and shades of white appear to be without color, but in many applications these hues often have undertones.]]> 2021-09-23 15:31:01 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1763369091 Complementary Colors sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1763369440 Definition: Complementary colors are pairs of colors which, when combined or mixed, cancel each other out by producing a grayscale color like white or black.]]> 2021-09-23 15:31:09 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1763369440 Monochromatic sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1763369726 Definition: Monochromatic colors are all the colors of a single hue. Monochromatic color schemes are derived from a single base hue and extended using its shades, tones and tints.]]> 2021-09-23 15:31:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1763369726 Constructive Criticism sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1775402074 Definition: Constructive criticism focuses on providing constructive feedback, supported by specific examples, to help you improve in some area]]> 2021-09-28 17:12:42 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1775402074 Plagiarism sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1775404099 Definition: the practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's own]]> 2021-09-28 17:13:23 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1775404099 Ethical sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1775408022 Definition: relating to moral principles or the branch of knowledge dealing with these]]> 2021-09-28 17:14:47 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1775408022 Objective vs Subjective sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1775415442 Definition: Objective is not influenced by personal feelings or opinions and Subjective is based on personal feelings, tastes or opinions

]]> 2021-09-28 17:17:16 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1775415442 Copyright vs Trademark sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1775418590 Definition: Copyright protects original work, whereas a trademark protects items that distinguish or identify a particular business from another]]> 2021-09-28 17:18:21 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1775418590 Rule of Thirds sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1793856469 Definition: The rule of thirds is a composition guideline that places your subject in the left or right third of an image, leaving the other two thirds more open.]]> 2021-10-05 17:14:45 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1793856469 Leading Lines sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1793859155 Definition: Leading lines are lines that appear in a photograph that have been framed and positioned by the photographer to draw the viewer's eye towards a specific point of interest.]]> 2021-10-05 17:15:40 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1793859155 Golden Ratio sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1793861880 Definition: The golden ratio is a ratio of approximately 1.618 to 1. Artists have used this ratio for centuries to create works of art from paintings to architecture.]]> 2021-10-05 17:16:36 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1793861880 Negative Space sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1793864407 Definition: Negative space photography is the area surrounding the main subject in a photo that is left unoccupied.]]> 2021-10-05 17:17:26 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1793864407 Positive Space sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1793868369 Definition: Positive space is any part of the photo that jumps out from its surroundings.]]> 2021-10-05 17:18:42 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1793868369 Backlight sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1820032049 Definition: Backlight in photography involves positioning the main light source for a photograph behind the primary subject]]> 2021-10-15 16:32:48 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1820032049 Diffused Lighting sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1820035350 Definition: also soft light, is light that's filtered by something]]> 2021-10-15 16:34:35 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1820035350 Ambient Light sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1820038651 Definition: Ambient light can be defined as any form of light that you didn't add to your photo. This can include both natural and artificial lighting]]> 2021-10-15 16:36:16 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1820038651 Chiaroscuro sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1820040826 Definition: to the intense contrast of light (chiar) and dark (oscuro) in photography]]> 2021-10-15 16:37:17 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1820040826 Silhouette sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1820042625 Definition: A silhouette is a solid, dark image of a subject against a brighter background.]]> 2021-10-15 16:38:13 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1820042625 Diptych sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1833939569 Definition: two images combined into a single frame or presented together]]> 2021-10-21 15:31:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1833939569 Triptych sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1833943613 Definition: It's a type of three-fold art that is typically hinged together as carved panels side by side. ... Triptych photography might involve taking one picture and splitting it into three different parts or shooting three separate photos that are related.]]> 2021-10-21 15:33:08 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1833943613 Orthographic View sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1833953578 Definition: An orthophoto, orthophotograph or orthoimage is an aerial photograph or satellite imagery geometrically corrected  such that the scale is uniform]]> 2021-10-21 15:36:02 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1833953578 Barrel Lens Distortion sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1833959228 Definition: Barrel distortion often occurs when using wide-angle lenses. This is because the field of view of wide-angle lenses is wider than the image sensor on a digital camera and therefore the image looks like it has been squeezed and constricted to fit in the edges of the frame.]]> 2021-10-21 15:37:44 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1833959228 Pincushion Distortion sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1833962677 Definition:  Pincushion distortion produces the opposite effect from barrel distortion. Instead of an image curving in, pincushion distortion causes straight lines to curve outwards from the center of the image. ]]> 2021-10-21 15:38:49 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1833962677 Aperture sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1867770035 Definition: a space through which light passes in an optical or photographic instrument, especially the variable opening by which light enters a camera.]]> 2021-11-04 15:32:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1867770035 F/Stop sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1867771272 Definition: F-stop is the term used to denote aperture measurements on your camera. The aperture controls the amount of light that enters the camera lens, and it's measured in f-stops.]]> 2021-11-04 15:32:41 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1867771272 Lens Focal Length sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1867775153 Definition: Lens focal length tells us the angle of view—how much of the scene will be captured—and the magnification—how large individual elements will be.]]> 2021-11-04 15:34:07 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1867775153 Depth of Field sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1867777464 Definition: Depth of field is the distance between the closest and farthest objects in a photo that appears acceptably sharp.]]> 2021-11-04 15:34:59 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1867777464 Bokeh sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1867779592 Definition: Bokeh effect is a popular photographic technique which uses blur to focus the viewer's attention on a specific area of an image.]]> 2021-11-04 15:35:45 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1867779592 Auto Mode sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900005872 Definition:  Automatic Exposure is when the camera chooses the optimum shutter speed, aperture, ISO and flash settings for your shot.]]> 2021-11-18 16:32:27 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900005872 Manual Mode sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900007811 Definition: As the name suggests, “Manual” mode stands for a full manual control of Aperture and Shutter Speed]]> 2021-11-18 16:33:08 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900007811 Aperture Priority Mode sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900010310 Definition: a setting on some cameras that allows the user to set a specific aperture value (f-number) while the camera selects a shutter speed to match it that will result in proper exposure]]> 2021-11-18 16:34:05 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900010310 Shutter Priority Mode sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900013974 Definition: a setting on some cameras that allows the user to choose a specific shutter speed while the camera adjusts the aperture to ensure correct exposure.]]> 2021-11-18 16:35:25 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900013974 Program Mode sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900016307 Definition: the camera still sets the exposure for you. It chooses the correct aperture and shutter speed for the light available, so your shot is correctly exposed.]]> 2021-11-18 16:36:18 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900016307 Shutter Speed sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900018576 Definition: It's the speed at which the shutter of the camera closes. A fast shutter speed creates a shorter exposure — the amount of light the camera takes in — and a slow shutter speed gives the photographer a longer exposure.]]> 2021-11-18 16:37:13 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900018576 Bulb Mode sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900022371 Definition: an exposure setting that is used when seeking to use a shutter speed of more than 30 seconds. Generally, this would be used in extremely low light situations, such as taking photos of the night sky.]]> 2021-11-18 16:38:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900022371 Motion Blur sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900025374 Definition: In photography, motion blur is the purposeful streaking or blurring of an object in motion in a photo for visual effect.]]> 2021-11-18 16:39:48 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900025374 Tripod/Monopod sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900027255 Definition: In photography, a tripod is a portable device used to support, stabilize and elevate a camera, a flash unit, or other videographic or observational/measuring equipment]]> 2021-11-18 16:40:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900027255 Camera Shake sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900028657 Definition: Camera shake is a term used to define the act of accidentally shaking a camera during shooting due to unsteady hands, which results in blurry images.]]> 2021-11-18 16:41:06 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1900028657 Long Exposure sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1918536740 Definition: Long-exposure, time-exposure, or slow-shutter photography involves using a long-duration shutter speed to sharply capture the stationary elements of images while blurring, smearing, or obscuring the moving elements.]]> 2021-11-29 17:33:50 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1918536740 Time Lapse sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1918538860 Definition: Time-lapse photography is a technique in which the frequency at which film frames are captured is much lower than the frequency used to view the sequence.]]> 2021-11-29 17:34:41 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1918538860 Light Painting sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1918541685 Definition: Light painting is a photographic technique where light is “painted” or “drawn” into the photograph using a hand held light source during a long exposure.]]> 2021-11-29 17:35:51 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1918541685 Panning sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1918544816 Definition: Panning is a creative technique that can convey a real sense of movement in action photos. If you use a fast shutter speed to freeze a fast-moving subject, the picture can lack some of the drama that was there at the time, because the subject will look like a statue.]]> 2021-11-29 17:37:07 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1918544816 Burst Mode sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1918546350 Definition: Burst mode is a camera function that allows you to capture a series of photographs in quick succession. With burst mode activated, you can hold down the shutter button, and your camera will rattle off a set of photos.]]> 2021-11-29 17:37:47 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1918546350 Spot Metering sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1934228472 Definition: In photography, the metering mode refers to the way in which a camera determines exposure. Cameras generally allow the user to select between spot, center-weighted average, or multi-zone metering modes ]]> 2021-12-07 18:12:48 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1934228472 Partial Metering sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1934232980 Definition: Partial metering covers only the centre 6.2% of the frame in the viewfinder, thus providing precise metering only for the subject. When the background is brighter than the subject due to reasons like back lighting, this metering mode is particularly useful.]]> 2021-12-07 18:14:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1934232980 Center Weighted Average Metering sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1934235242 Definition: Centre-weighted Average metering is like using Evaluative metering with a centre AF point. ... As this metering algorithm places greater emphasis on the centre area when calculating the average exposure value to use, it is particularly useful for scenes with subject located in the centre of the frame.]]> 2021-12-07 18:16:00 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1934235242 Evaluative Metering sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1934235920 Definition: Evaluative metering is the default metering mode on most cameras. It ensures that the camera will automatically adjust to the right exposure setting even when the ambient lighting shows greater contrast.]]> 2021-12-07 18:16:20 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1934235920 18% Grey sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1934237291 Definition: An 18% grey card reflects back 18% of the light that hits it.  ]]> 2021-12-07 18:16:57 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1934237291 Shadows sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1990752709 Definition: A shadow is a dark area where light from a light source is blocked by an opaque object.]]> 2022-01-13 16:33:23 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1990752709 Midtones sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1990753791 Definition:  A mid-tone is precisely that – all luminance values that are not dark or light are considered to be mid-tones.]]> 2022-01-13 16:33:54 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1990753791 Highlights sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1990755246 Definition: Highlights are the lightest elements in an image, whereas shadows are the darkest areas.]]> 2022-01-13 16:34:35 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1990755246 Vignette sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1990757847 Definition: A vignette is a darker border - sometimes as a blur or a shadow - at the periphery of photos. ]]> 2022-01-13 16:35:50 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1990757847 Sepia Tone sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1990759418 Definition: Sepia toning is a chemical process used in photography which changes the appearance of black-and-white prints to brown.]]> 2022-01-13 16:36:38 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/1990759418 AF Points sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2003308915 Definition: An AF point is a specific part of the frame where the camera is able to focus on something. ]]> 2022-01-20 16:36:01 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2003308915 Bracketing sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2003310748 Definition:  Bracketing is a technique where a photographer takes shots of the same image using different camera settings.]]> 2022-01-20 16:36:53 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2003310748 Exposure Level Indicator sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2003312482 Definition: s a number that represents a combination of a camera's shutter speed and f-number, such that all combinations that yield the same exposure have the same EV (for any fixed scene luminance).]]> 2022-01-20 16:37:40 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2003312482 Exposure Compensation sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2003314240 Definition: Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value selected by the camera, making photographs brighter or darker.]]> 2022-01-20 16:38:18 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2003314240 White Balance Card sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2003316327 Definition: A white balance card (or gray card) helps you adjust the white balance and exposure settings of images by providing a reference point.]]> 2022-01-20 16:39:16 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2003316327 Workspace Switcher sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2016270300 Definition: Workspace Switcher displays a visual representation of your workspaces]]> 2022-01-27 16:32:05 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2016270300 Toolbar sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2016271962 Definition: The toolbar is where Photoshop holds the many tools we have to work with. There are tools for making selections, for cropping and retouching images, for adding shapes and type, and many more!]]> 2022-01-27 16:32:49 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2016271962 Palettes sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2016275376 Definition: Palettes [shown right] are groups of tools used to edit and manipulate your image. Photoshop contains over two dozen palettes that can be shown or hidden by using the Window menu and selecting the palette you wish to reveal.]]> 2022-01-27 16:34:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2016275376 Menu Bar sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2016276712 Definition: The menu bar is used to open and save files, adjust the canvas size, access some of the editing tools, open and close various windows, and more.]]> 2022-01-27 16:34:51 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2016276712 Tool Options Bar sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2016278422 Definition: The Options Bar is the horizontal bar that runs underneath the Menu Bar in Photoshop.]]> 2022-01-27 16:35:32 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2016278422 Cropping sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2027871548 Definition: In photography industries, cropping means to remove unwanted areas from an image. This process is one of the most basic photo manipulation processes.]]> 2022-02-03 16:31:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2027871548 Aspect Ratio sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2027873106 Definition: Most photographers choose to shoot in 3:2 aspect ratio in the camera, a standard ratio of an image based on 35mm film]]> 2022-02-03 16:32:13 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2027873106 Resolution sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2027874942 Definition: Image resolution is the detail an image holds. ]]> 2022-02-03 16:33:00 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2027874942 DPI vs PPI sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2027876950 Definition: DPI refers to the number of printed dots contained within one inch of an image printed by a printer. PPI refers to the number of pixels contained within one inch of an image displayed on a computer monitor.]]> 2022-02-03 16:33:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2027876950 SOOC (Acronym) sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2027878306 Definition: SOOC is an abbreviation of the photography term “Straight Out Of Camera”, simply meaning that an image can be good enough to print straight from the camera without further processing.]]> 2022-02-03 16:34:31 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2027878306 File Formats sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2040665248 2022-02-10 16:36:50 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2040665248 .JPEG sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2040665560 2022-02-10 16:36:58 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2040665560 .PSD sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2040665725 2022-02-10 16:37:02 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2040665725 .PNG sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2040665881 2022-02-10 16:37:06 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2040665881 Raw Files sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2040666062 2022-02-10 16:37:10 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2040666062 HDR sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2053594745 Definition: In photography and videography, multi-exposure HDR capture is a technique allowing to capture high dynamic range images by taking and then combining several different exposures of the same subject matter]]> 2022-02-17 16:32:58 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2053594745 Double Exposure sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2053595805 Definition: the repeated exposure of a photographic plate or film to light, often producing ghost images.]]> 2022-02-17 16:33:29 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2053595805 Triadic Colors sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2053597539 Definition: a unique variant of the split complementary color scheme, with an equal distance between all colors.]]> 2022-02-17 16:34:19 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2053597539 Blue hour sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2053598978 Definition: we refer to pictures taken during a specific window of time that generally happens twice a day  ]]> 2022-02-17 16:35:05 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2053598978 Golden hour sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2053600909 Definition:  the golden hour is the period of daytime shortly after sunrise or before sunset, during which daylight is redder and softer  ]]> 2022-02-17 16:35:59 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2053600909 Macro Lens sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2064938357 Definition: A macro lens is a lens that specifically allows you to focus extremely close to a subject so that it appears large in the viewfinder]]> 2022-02-24 16:53:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2064938357 Prime Lens sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2064939707 Definition: In film and photography, a prime lens is a fixed focal length photographic lens, typically with a maximum aperture from f2.8 to f1.2 ]]> 2022-02-24 16:54:43 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2064939707 Telephoto Lens sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2064941089 Definition: a lens with a longer focal length than standard, giving a narrow field of view and a magnified image.]]> 2022-02-24 16:55:28 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2064941089 Fisheye Lens sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2064942413 Definition: A fisheye lens is an ultra wide-angle lens that produces strong visual distortion intended to create a wide panoramic or hemispherical image]]> 2022-02-24 16:56:18 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2064942413 Vibration Reduction sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2064944001 Definition: Vibration Reduction (VR) is an image stabilization technology that minimizes blur caused by camera shake]]> 2022-02-24 16:57:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2064944001 DSLR sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2076192132 Definition: A digital single-lens reflex camera is a digital camera that combines the optics and the mechanisms of a single-lens reflex camera with a digital imaging sensor]]> 2022-03-03 16:33:19 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2076192132 Metadata sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2076194275 Definition: Photo metadata is a set of data describing and providing information about rights and administration of an image.]]> 2022-03-03 16:34:22 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2076194275 Thumbnails sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2076196431 Definition: Thumbnail is a term used by graphic designers and photographers for a small image representation of a larger image, usually intended to make it easier and faster to look at or manage a group of larger images.]]> 2022-03-03 16:35:25 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2076196431 Post Processing sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2076198742 Definition: Post-processing is the use of any technique or technology to enhance the original image captured by the photographer.]]> 2022-03-03 16:36:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2076198742 Layer Masking sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2076200742 Definition: Layer masking is a reversible way to hide part of a layer. This gives you more editing flexibility than permanently erasing or deleting part of a layer]]> 2022-03-03 16:37:29 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2076200742 Lens Crop Factor sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2088710459 Definition: 
Crop factor is the ratio of a camera sensor's size to a 35mm film frame. 
]]> 2022-03-10 16:32:09 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2088710459 Full Frame Camera sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2088711873 Definition: A full-frame camera is a camera with a full-frame sensor. This is an image sensor that's the same size as the sensor of an analog camera]]> 2022-03-10 16:32:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2088711873 APS-C Camera sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2088713290 Definition: APS-C cameras use a smaller area to form the image than traditional 35 mm cameras, and so lenses used on APS-C format cameras have a correspondingly narrower field of view.]]> 2022-03-10 16:33:39 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2088713290 Reflector sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2088714604 Definition: In photography and cinematography, a reflector is an improvised or specialized reflective surface used to redirect light towards a given subject or scene.]]> 2022-03-10 16:34:19 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2088714604 Scrim (diffuser) sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2088715814 Definition: A scrim is a material placed between your light source and your subject that either reduces light or diffuses (and reduces) light. ]]> 2022-03-10 16:34:56 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2088715814 Saturation sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2100316063 2022-03-17 15:34:22 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2100316063 Color Balance sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2100316411 2022-03-17 15:34:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2100316411 Hue sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2100316522 2022-03-17 15:34:37 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2100316522 Vibrance sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2100316746 2022-03-17 15:34:45 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2100316746 Contrast (editing) sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2100317403 2022-03-17 15:35:06 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2100317403 Move Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2134831922 Definition: The Move tool helps you position selected content or layers when customizing your work. (Select with V)]]> 2022-04-07 15:32:50 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2134831922 Patch Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2134833800 Definition: The Patch Tool is primarily used to repair larger areas of an image, or get rid of any distractions or blemishes.
You can find the Patch tool on the left-hand side menu. The shortcut key for the patch tool on both Windows and Mac OS is J.
]]> 2022-04-07 15:33:54 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2134833800 Clone Stamp Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2134835459 Definition: To use the Clone Stamp tool, click and hold the rubber stamp icon in the toolbox and select Clone Stamp Tool in the flyout menu. You can adjust the brush size and shape, opacity, flow, and blending modes in the tool options bar at the top of the workspace]]> 2022-04-07 15:34:49 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2134835459 Spot Healing Brush Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2134837605 Definition:  The spot healing brush is the default healing tool in Photoshop and can be used to clone areas from an image and blend the pixels from the sampled area seamlessly with the target area. In the Tools panel, select the Spot Healing Brush tool. In the options bar, adjust the size and hardness of the Spot Healing Brush tool to fit the item you're trying to remove.]]> 2022-04-07 15:35:57 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2134837605 Healing Brush Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2134839796 Definition: The Healing Brush tool allows you to fix image imperfections such as scratches, blemishes, etc. By sampling the surrounding area or using a predefined pattern you can blend the imperfections into the rest of the image. Select the Healing Brush tool (J) from the toolbar. ]]> 2022-04-07 15:37:13 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2134839796 Lasso Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2144031706 Definition: By clicking on a starting point in your canvas, simply drag your cursor around your object to create a path.  he Lasso Tool will follow your mouse's exact movements all the way back around to the starting point.]]> 2022-04-14 15:34:13 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2144031706 Magic Wand Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2144032753 Definition: Use the Magic Wand tool to quickly select an object you want to isolate. ]]> 2022-04-14 15:34:59 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2144032753 Polygonal Lasso Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2144033758 Definition: This tool is used to select box shapes or flat edges, etc. This lasso tool creates a straight line in between each mouse click. ]]> 2022-04-14 15:35:49 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2144033758 Quick Selection Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2144035140 Definition: The Quick Selection tool allows you to quickly and easily select one area or section of an image.]]> 2022-04-14 15:36:59 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2144035140 Rectangular/Elliptical Marquee Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2144037084 Definition: The Rectangular Marquee tool is used for making rectangular selections within an image. It can be used to prepare an image for cropping, while the similar Crop tool automatically completes the crop when used.]]> 2022-04-14 15:38:34 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2144037084 Brush Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2152245139 Definition: A brush tool is one of the basic tools found in graphic design and editing applications. It is a part of the painting tool set which may also include pencil tools, pen tools, fill color and many others. It allows the user to paint on a picture or photograph with the selected color.]]> 2022-04-21 15:33:34 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2152245139 Zoom Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2152246552 Definition: Select the Zoom tool from the toolbar. In the tool options bar, choose the Zoom In option to magnify your view or the Zoom Out option to reduce the image view. Click the area you want to zoom in or out in your image.]]> 2022-04-21 15:34:19 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2152246552 Gradient Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2152248225 Definition: Photoshop allows you to make a gradual transition between two or more colors by using the Gradient Tool. A gradient can be applied to any selected area of an image or background. If no area is selected, the gradient will be applied to the entire layer.]]> 2022-04-21 15:35:22 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2152248225 Hand Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2152249331 Definition: The Hand tool allows you to move your image while you're zoomed in to more than 100% and part of the image is out of view. Select the Hand tool (H) from the tool bar or press and hold the spacebar key to temporarily switch to the Hand tool.]]> 2022-04-21 15:36:05 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2152249331 Horizontal Type Tool sarahlafond https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2152250305 Definition: The Horizontal Type tool allows you to add horizontal text to your images. Select the Horizontal Type tool (T) . Use the Options bar to customize tool settings, like Font Style, Font Size, and, Text Color, to get the effect you want.]]> 2022-04-21 15:36:41 UTC https://padlet.com/sarahlafond/VOCAB/wish/2152250305