flash photography

American

noun

photography using a momentary flash of artificial light as a source of illumination.

flash photography British

noun

photography in which a flashbulb or electronic flash is used to provide momentary illumination of a dark or insufficiently lit subject

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In addition to inflammatory comments directed at sporting personalities, authorities have also criticised fans who cheer loudly or use flash photography during matches, and those who profit by selling memorabilia signed by athletes.

From BBC • Aug. 7, 2024

I had a happy childhood, but I was one of those anxious kids—I was terrified of flash photography, fireworks, and cats, among other things.

From Slate • Feb. 10, 2022

She reminded other onlookers not to use flash photography, or approach the owl too closely, lest the bird feel startled or threatened — good practices for viewers observing any bird of prey.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 10, 2022

No flash photography, because that’ll startle the pigs.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2019

Even the National Gallery in Washington, D.C., with paintings by Rembrandt and Van Gogh, allows flash photography.

From Washington Times • Mar. 28, 2016

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