Light Metering reading

Here are the questions you need to respond to using complete sentences in your sketchbook. The reading assignment is worth a 20 point grade, and is due Thursday 10/16.

1)Explain the difference between an “incident” light meter and a “reflected” light meter.
2)Explain the difference between an “averaging” meter, and a “spot” meter.
3)Identify one advantage of using a hand-held light meter as opposed to a reflected light meter.
4)What is a gray card? What can you use as a substitute on your body, and how is it helpful?
5)Compare the picture on page 116 to the top picture on page 123 before answering the following question: When photographing someone against a bright background like the sky, explain how can light-metering correctly to avoid creating a “silhouette” effect (like picture on pg. 116).

6)Explain the process of bracketing. Why would you bracket your exposures?

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