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A photograph is a visual representation captured by a camera or other image-capturing device, which preserves a specific moment in time. It is a two-dimensional image composed of light-sensitive materials or digital sensors that records the scene being photographed.
Photographs are created through the process of photography, which involves focusing the camera on the subject, adjusting the exposure settings, and capturing the image by pressing the shutter button. The resulting photograph typically consists of various elements, including people, objects, landscapes, or events.
Photographs serve as a means of communication, documentation, and artistic expression. They provide a tangible record of the past and enable the preservation of memories. Photographs convey visual information, evoke emotions, and allow individuals to relate to the captured subject matter. They are often displayed in frames, albums, or digital galleries to be shared and admired.
With advancements in technology, the medium of photography has evolved from film-based cameras to digital formats, enabling instant image capture, editing, and sharing. Additionally, photographs can now be easily manipulated using editing software, offering creative possibilities in terms of enhancing or altering the original image.
Overall, a photograph is a visual representation that captures and freezes a fleeting moment in time, enabling its preservation and allowing individuals to relive, appreciate, or interpret the subject matter depicted.
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A picture or portrait obtained by the light of the sun.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "photograph" is derived from two Greek words— "phos" meaning "light" and "graphê" meaning "drawing" or "writing". When combined, they form the word "photographia", which translates to "drawing with light". This term was first used in the early 19th century to describe the process of creating an image using light-sensitive materials. Eventually, the word was shortened to "photograph" and came to refer to the image itself as well.
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