Types of Images Typically used in Picture Stories
- Establishing shot
- Person at work
- Relationship shot
- Detail shot
- Environmental Portrait
- Formal Portrait
- Observed portrait
These types of images are typically used in picture stories, because they help display the whole story with enough detail and show lots of different elements to the story.
Establishing Shot
An establishing shot is a photo that provides an overview of the setting, like where the image is taken and what the weather is like etc.
Person at Work
A person at work image shows a person at work doing their job. A person at work photo should include 4 things:
Who?– The image must show who the person is that is working.
What?– The image must show what the person is doing for their job.
How?– The image must show how they are doing their job.
Context?– The image must show the environment, so it can be seen what they do for work.
Relationship Shot
A relationship shot shows the relationship between two or more people. It can show many different relationships, such as friends, family, lovers etc.
Detail Shot
A detail shot is a close-up photograph or artwork that focuses on a specific part or element of the subject, highlighting its intricate details and textures.
Environmental Portrait
An environmental portrait is a photo of an individual in their usually or natural environment, such as their home or work place etc. It typically gives us some insight into the individuals life.
Formal Portrait
A formal portrait is a photo of an individual’s face, that is not candid, but is posed in effective lighting conditions.
Observed Portrait
An observed portrait is a candid image of a person, who is does not know they are being photographed, so they are not posed.
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