"What is Photography?" Questions

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What is Photography?

1. What question does Erik pose to the audience?

The question that Erik poses to the audience is "What is the trick that makes it look realistic? What creates the illusion?"

2. What was Erik's first real passion?

His first real passion was drawing when he was younger rather than photography.

3. What conception of photography did Erik previously hold?

He previously thought that photography was about being at the right place at the right time.

4. How did this inspire him?

This inspired him because he wanted to do something different.

5. What "common goal" do Erik's photos have?

The "common goal" all Erik's photos have is that they all have a realistic element but still stretch reality.

6. Define Realism as used in this context.

Realism is in this context is that the photo looks realistic no matter what the subject of the photo is.

7. What principles does he adhere to when creating an image?

The principles he adheres to when creating an image are that the photos are shot from the same height, have the same light source, and have the same perspective.

8. Why is it easier to create a place rather than to find a place?

It is easier to create a place rather than find one because then you don't have to compromise all the ideas that are in your head. 

9. How does he plan the photos?

He plans his photos by sketching his idea, shooting multiple locations and then stitching the photos together to make the final product.

10. What is his conclusion?

His conclusion is that we have all the tools we need to make photos, but the only limitation is our own imagination.