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Bacj 384:Advanced Photojournalism Question Paper

Bacj 384:Advanced Photojournalism 

Course:Communication And Journalism

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2013



KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY

END OF 3''RD ''TRIMESTER 2013 (PT) EXAMINATION
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : COMMUNICATION AND JOURNALISM
UNIT CODE : BACJ 384
UNIT TITLE : ADVANCED PHOTOJOURNALISM
TIME : 2 HOURS





INSTRUCTIONS: Answer Question ONE and ANY Other TWO

Question One

What is depth of field and why is it a useful technique in photography?

(10marks)

Explain clearly the relationship between the lens aperture and the depth of field. (proper illustrations will earn you credit).

(5marks)

Explain the use of a small depth of field (also called shallow focus) and give three types of photography that employ small depth of field.

(5marks)

What is a wide depth of field? Give FOUR situations when you use a wide depth of field.

(10marks)

Question Two
Discuss the FIVE key critical questions a photojournalist must ask himself before taking a picture. (20marks)

Question Three
Discuss the following elements in photography. (20marks)

Tone
Language of line
Shape

Question Four
Compare and contrast a compact or point and shoot camera with a DSLR as you explain why the DSLR is the preferred camera by professional photojournalists. (20marks)

Question Five
Three factors influence how natural light renders a subject: time of day, camera direction and weather. Discuss this statement explaining how each of the above will affect the final image. (20marks)






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