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What Makes a Good Photograph?. C. Truelove. A Good Photograph:. Tells a story Creates a mood Good composition Proper exposure. Tells a Story. A good photograph tells a story. A picture is worth 1000 words. 1994 James Nachtwey. E. Richard Fortunato. Geoffrey Hiller .
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What Makes a Good Photograph? C. Truelove
A Good Photograph: • Tells a story • Creates a mood • Good composition • Proper exposure
Tells a Story • A good photograph tells a story. • A picture is worth 1000 words
Creates a Mood • Makes the viewer FEEL something • Excited, angry, happy, calm, joyous, sad…
Good Composition • The subject of the photograph is evident • Uses the rule of thirds • Fills the frame • Reduces background distractions
Proper Exposure • Not too dark • Not too light • In focus