COMM 260 EXAM 2

Ambient lighting

The natural or artificial light in a scene that is not controlled by the photographer.

Golden hour

The period shortly after sunrise or before sunset when the light is soft, warm, and diffused.

Backlighting

A light source that comes from behind the subject, creating a silhouette or glowing outline.

Overexposure

When too much light hits the camera's sensor, causing an image to be overly bright and lacking detail.

Foreground

The nearest part of a scene or photo, adding depth and context to the main subject.

Leading lines

Lines in a photograph that guide the viewer's eye towards a specific point of interest.

Focal point

The main subject or area of interest in a photograph.

Composition

The arrangement of elements in a photograph to create a visually appealing image.

Symmetry

A compositional technique where elements are mirrored or balanced on either side of an image.

Balance

The visual distribution of elements in a photograph, which can be symmetrical or asymmetrical.

Rule of odds

A compositional guideline suggesting that an odd number of subjects is more visually appealing.

Shot from a low angle

Photographing a subject from below eye level, making it appear larger or more imposing.

Rule of thirds

A compositional guideline placing subjects along imaginary lines that divide an image into nine parts.

Fill a frame

A compositional technique where the subject occupies most or all of the frame.

Framed within a frame

Using natural elements to create a 'frame' around the main subject.

Centered composition

Placing the main subject in the center of the frame for a strong, direct feel.

Panorama

A wide-angle view of a space, typically created by stitching multiple photographs together.

Fandom

The state of being a fan; strong enthusiasm and devotion towards a particular person, group, or object.

1972 Munich Massacre

A terrorist attack during the 1972 Summer Olympics where eleven Israeli athletes were taken hostage and killed.

Soccer

The world's most popular sport, known as football in many countries.

Hybrid jobs

Roles that combine different job functions requiring a diverse skill set.

Production jobs

Roles involved in creating or delivering the main product or service in sports.

Visibility jobs

Roles focused on promoting and increasing the public profile of athletes or teams.

Rudy Galindo

An American figure skater known for winning the 1996 U.S. national championship.

Tommy Smith

An American track athlete known for his Black Power salute at the 1968 Olympics.

Pat Tillman

An American football player who enlisted in the Army after 9/11 and was killed in action.

Bill Russell

A legendary basketball player known for his defensive skills and winning 11 championships.

Martina Navratilova

A Czech-American tennis player regarded as one of the greatest female tennis players.

Game theory

A theoretical framework for analyzing social situations among competing players.

Supply demand theory

An economic model determining price based on the interplay between supply and demand.