Historic Moments in Photography

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1. Who is credited with reproducing The Open Door in calotype, which was clearer compared to the first daguerreotype?

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William Henry Fox Talbot was an English scientist who invented the calotype process, which produced a negative image widely used in photography. Louis Daguerre was known for inventing the daguerreotype process. Ansel Adams was a renowned American photographer known for his black-and-white landscape photographs. George Eastman was the founder of Eastman Kodak Company and known for popularizing photography through the introduction of roll film.

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Historic Moments In Photography - Quiz

Explore the vibrant world of summer photography through this focused assessment. Develop and refine your skills in capturing light, color, and composition, essential for any budding photographer. This quiz enhances your understanding and application of key photographic techniques relevant to professional and artistic growth.

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2. What is Henry Peach ROBINSON’s famous photograph titled?

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Henry Peach ROBINSON's famous photograph is titled 'Dawn and Sunset.' It is an albumen combination print from three negatives, created in 1885. The photograph is very stylized and pictorial, symbolizing the beginning and end of the day as well as broader themes of birth and death. Robinson was a proponent of photography as fine art and this particular work was very popular among the Victorian public.

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3. What famous photographer captured the Phantoms on a Paris Street Corner around 1900?

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Eugene ATGET was known for capturing everyday scenes in Paris, including the Phantoms on a Paris Street Corner. The other photographers listed were known for different styles or periods in photography.

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4. What famous photographer captured the image of Cabaret of Hell on blvd de Clichy in 1910?
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5. What is the significance of Avenue des Gobelins in Paris according to Eugene Atget's 1925 photograph?

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Eugene Atget's 1925 photograph of Avenue des Gobelins in Paris captures the theme of mannequins symbolizing the wealth of social class, offering a view across the street to showcase the commercialization of the city and the analogy of how we, as individuals, have become mannequins to consumerism.

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6. What is the significance of the photograph 'Ragpickers, Poterne des Peupliers'?

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The photograph 'Ragpickers, Poterne des Peupliers' by Atget in 1913 is significant as it depicts a scene at the border of Paris involving individuals from the lower class. It is not staged, takes a few minutes to expose, and is done in a documentary style where viewers can feel like they are part of the photo.

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7. What famous photographer captured an image in 1922 of an empty alleyway in Paris?

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Eugene ATGET was known for capturing surreal and haunting images of Paris in the early 20th century, often devoid of people, showcasing the quiet and abandoned spaces of the city.

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8. Who commissioned Eugene Atget in 1920 to take lots of pictures of a prostitute in Paris who is portrayed as more seductive and dynamic, with a ground that is not flat, and she doesn't care about her profession?

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Eugene Atget, a photographer known for his documentary images of Paris, was commissioned in 1920 to capture artistic and realistic portrayals of urban life. The incorrect answers are famous artists who were not known for creating similar works to Atget.

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9. Who is the photographer of Chaste Venus in Versailles?

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Eugene Atget was a French photographer known for his photographs of Paris and its surroundings. His work often included documenting architecture and streetscapes, including the Chaste Venus statue in Versailles taken in 1922-23.

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10. What photographer captured a photo of Parc de Sceaux in 1925 featuring a tree trunk obstructing the view of the lake, showcasing different textures, a very open space, and focusing more on nature?

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Eugene ATGET is known for his documentary-style photography, capturing the essence of a place or subject with attention to detail and composition. Ansel Adams, Dorothea Lange, and Henri Cartier-Bresson were influential photographers as well, but their style and subject matter were different from what is described in the question.

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11. Who took the famous photograph titled 'Watching an Eclipse, Place de la Bastille, Paris'?

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The correct answer is Eugene ATGET who took the photograph on April 17, 1912. He did not consider himself an artist and declined credit for the photo being featured on the cover of a surrealist magazine.

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12. Who is the artist behind the painting 'Paula, or Sun Rays'?

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The correct answer provided details about Alfred STIEGLITZ's painting 'Paula, or Sun Rays', explaining the specific style and difficulty of achieving contrast and clarity in the piece.

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13. Who created The Net Mender in 1894?

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Alfred Stieglitz created the iconic photograph The Net Mender in 1894, which was known for its impressionistic style and focus on the theme of painting rather than photography. It became one of the most popular photos in that year.

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14. Which photograph is being described in the question: The Pool-Evening?

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The correct answer accurately describes Edward Steichen's famous photograph titled 'The Pool-Evening', created in 1899. The image is noted for its platinum print process and resemblance to a painting by Claude Monet, known for his Impressionist style.

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15. Alfred Stieglitz's photogravure 'The Steerage' reflects how he views life.

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Alfred Stieglitz's 'The Steerage' is known for its deep portrayal of society and human connection, reflecting his views on life.

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16. How did Alfred Stieglitz's work in 1926 explore how an image can embody emotions?

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Alfred Stieglitz was a pioneer in the field of photography and his work in 1926 focused on capturing emotions through images, showcasing the power of visual storytelling and expression.

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17. Who is famously associated with the photographic series 'Evening, New York'?

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Alfred Stieglitz was a renowned American photographer known for his pioneering work in modern photography, with 'Evening, New York' being one of his iconic series.

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18. Who took the iconic photo of Wall Street in New York in 1915?

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The correct answer is Paul Strand, who captured the image of Wall Street in New York in 1915. His work appeared in camera work without a caption, and it focused on geometric lines leading to the outside of the photo, with the building dwarfing over people and their identities reduced.

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19. Who is the subject of the photograph titled 'The Sandwich Man'?

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The photograph 'The Sandwich Man' captures Paul Strand, where the sign doesn't provide much information, portraying him as just another element in a documentary style.

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20. What is the essence of White Picket Fence photography according to Paul Strand's 1917 principles?

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Paul Strand's 1917 principles emphasized honesty and purity in photography, focusing on capturing scenes directly without the use of trickery or manipulation.

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21. What was Paul Strand's approach to the portrayal of wheels in his 1917 industrial, mechanical, and World War I related photographs?

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Paul Strand's approach in 1917 was more industrial and mechanical, devoid of emotion, and primarily focused on the function of objects rather than emotion or aesthetics.

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22. What is the style and year of Paul Strand's photograph titled Driftwood?

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The correct answer provides the artist's name, year of creation, style descriptions such as gnarled, emphasis on form and organic, emphasizing the absence of trickery in the photograph.

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23. What did Edward Steichen's 1920 photograph showcase in terms of mundane subject, light technique, exposure, and weight?

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Edward Steichen's photograph from 1920 focused on everyday objects like Pears and an Apple, using techniques like long exposure to capture a better sense of their weights.

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24. When was the famous photograph 'Sunflower in Seed' taken and by whom?

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The correct answer is Edward Steichen in 1920. This iconic photograph is known for its intricate details and patterns, making it a masterpiece in the realm of photography.

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Who is credited with reproducing The Open Door in calotype, which was...
What is Henry Peach ROBINSON’s famous photograph titled?
What famous photographer captured the Phantoms on a Paris Street...
What famous photographer captured the image of Cabaret of Hell on blvd...
What is the significance of Avenue des Gobelins in Paris according to...
What is the significance of the photograph 'Ragpickers, Poterne des...
What famous photographer captured an image in 1922 of an empty...
Who commissioned Eugene Atget in 1920 to take lots of pictures of a...
Who is the photographer of Chaste Venus in Versailles?
What photographer captured a photo of Parc de Sceaux in 1925 featuring...
Who took the famous photograph titled 'Watching an Eclipse, Place de...
Who is the artist behind the painting 'Paula, or Sun Rays'?
Who created The Net Mender in 1894?
Which photograph is being described in the question: The Pool-Evening?
Alfred Stieglitz's photogravure 'The Steerage' reflects how he views...
How did Alfred Stieglitz's work in 1926 explore how an image can...
Who is famously associated with the photographic series 'Evening, New...
Who took the iconic photo of Wall Street in New York in 1915?
Who is the subject of the photograph titled 'The Sandwich Man'?
What is the essence of White Picket Fence photography according to...
What was Paul Strand's approach to the portrayal of wheels in his 1917...
What is the style and year of Paul Strand's photograph titled...
What did Edward Steichen's 1920 photograph showcase in terms of...
When was the famous photograph 'Sunflower in Seed' taken and by whom?
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