Media-Based Art and Design in the Philippines

A series of vocabulary flashcards related to the concepts, styles, and key figures in media-based art and design in the Philippines, including photography, film, animation, and fashion.

Eye-catching

A characteristic of photography that ensures it captures the viewer's attention.

Punchline

A detail in a photograph that evokes a reaction and encourages the viewer to stop and think.

Fine Arts Photography

Photography that focuses on using photographs as artworks.

Portrait Photography

A specialization in photography that captures images of individuals, either in studios or on location.

Scientific Photography

Photography used to document scientific or medical data.

News Photography

A type of photography that aims to convey news through images.

Glamour Photography

Photography aimed at selling products, often featuring models.

Animation

The art of combining drawings or static images to create the illusion of movement.

Storyboard

A sequence of drawings that outlines the story and key scenes in a visual format.

Inbetweeners

Those responsible for filling in the movement between key animated frames.

Computer Animators

Artists who create images using computer technology, producing two-dimensional or three-dimensional visuals.

Stop-Motion Animators

Animators who use physical objects like dolls or puppets to create animated films through incremental movement.

Haute Couture

High-end, custom-made garments created for a single client, often with exceptional detail and quality.

Mass Market

Garments produced in large quantities for the general public, typically more affordable and machine-made.

Pret-a-porter

Ready-to-wear clothing that is produced in limited quantities, providing a balance between haute couture and mass market.

Ergonomics

The science of designing products based on human measurements for comfort and usability.

Graphic Design

An art form involving visual communication through manipulation of text and images.

Advertising Designers

Designers responsible for creating promotional materials and branding for businesses.

Web Designers

Artists who design the layout and user experience of websites.

Comic Book Artists

Illustrators who create graphic novels and comics, often working in teams with various roles such as penciller and inker.

Fashion Designer

An individual who designs clothing, focusing on aesthetics and functionality.