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Describe A Photo That You Took And Are Proud Of: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • When did you take this photo?
  • What type of camera did you use?
  • Who was in the photo?
  • Explain why you are proud of this photo.
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Cue 1:When did you take this photo?

  • Mention the specific date or occasion when you took the photo.
  • Provide some context about what was happening at that time.

Example

I took this photo during my trip to Manali last summer, in June 2022. It was a beautiful sunny day, and I was exploring the scenic landscapes with my friends.

Cue 2:What type of camera did you use?

  • Specify the type of camera you used, whether it was a smartphone or a professional camera.
  • Briefly explain why you chose that particular camera.

Example

I used my smartphone, a Samsung Galaxy S21, to take this photo. I chose my phone because it has an excellent camera that captures vibrant colors and details, making it easy to take stunning pictures on the go.

Cue 3:Who was in the photo?

  • Describe the people in the photo, including their relationship to you.
  • Share a little about what they were doing at that moment.

Example

In the photo, you can see my two best friends, Priya and Rahul. We were all laughing and enjoying the breathtaking view of the snow-capped mountains, which made the moment even more special.

Cue 4:Explain why you are proud of this photo.

  • Discuss the emotions or memories associated with the photo.
  • Explain what makes this photo significant to you.

Example

I am proud of this photo because it captures not just a beautiful landscape, but also a memorable moment with my friends. It reminds me of the joy and freedom we felt during that trip, and it’s a great representation of our friendship.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, this photo is more than just an image; it holds a special place in my heart as it represents a wonderful experience with my friends. Every time I look at it, I am reminded of the laughter and the beautiful moments we shared together in Manali.

    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Giving Vague Answers

    Avoid providing vague or general answers that lack detail. This can make your response less engaging and informative, which may not impress the examiner.

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    Tip

    Be specific about the photo, including details like the location, the moment captured, and the emotions involved.

    2: Neglecting to Explain the Context

    Failing to explain the context of the photo can lead to a lack of understanding. The examiner may not grasp why the photo is significant to you.

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    Include background information about when and why you took the photo, and what it represents to you.

    Overlooking Personal Feelings

    Not expressing your personal feelings about the photo can make your response less impactful. The examiner wants to hear your emotional connection to the image.

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    Tip

    Share your feelings and thoughts about the photo, explaining why it makes you proud and what memories it evokes.

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    Band 7

    So the best photograph I've clicked to date that I remember is of a bird. It was on the coast of Mumbai and we were standing just in front of the Gateway of India. And I just clicked in an instant. I was very young at that age and I had a camera which my father had given to me. And that photo, it wasn't a very special one. It just had a bird which was flying away when a wave had hit the boundary wall of the sea. And all the splashes of water were coming over it and it was just trying to fly away from it. So it was not some kind of a special bird or a very special moment. But just because my father really thought that picture was really great and that I had took it and was very good of me that I had took it, that picture became very special to me. And since then I got very interested and very indulged in photography. Because you can capture so many moments when it comes to a camera. The click can be of the smallest of the things to the largest of the things like the moon. These days I'm very interested in clicking photographs of the moon and stars and all the celestial bodies that one can see in the sky above. Though I don't have that kind of cameras which can capture every detail, but I still find myself quite satisfied with the photos I click. And once I show them to people, they are in awe. And that makes me much more happy.

    Band 7

    So, actually, two years back, we took a trip to Dalhousie with our family and when we reached Dalhousie, we were mesmerized by the picturesque landscape and beautiful scenery all around. It was the first time in my life I was seeing mountains and it was my first snowfall, so I was extremely excited to witness it. Furthermore, we went to Khajjar, that is 20 km away from Dalhousie, and one of my cousins was carrying a DSLR, a professional DSLR. Although I am not a professional photographer, but he guided me how to use the camera to click pictures around. Khajjar is also known as mini Switzerland of India and I took a picture of the landscape over there and I was immensely shocked to see that photograph. All my family was shocked that it was not looking as if we are in India. It looked as if we are actually in Switzerland, so I decided to post that picture on my Instagram as well as put it on my WhatsApp status. Instantly, I got so many replies from my friends that, where have you been? Everyone was in opinion that I have been to Switzerland for my family trip, but in reality, I visited only to Himachal Pradesh. On Instagram as well, I received millions of likes on it and honestly, I was shocked to witness so many likes on Instagram because my maximum reach has been till date of 1000 followers. Therefore, I can say it is the best photograph I took till date and I am extremely proud of the fact that I am not a professional photographer, still I took such a mesmerizing photograph. In future, I would like to visit Dalhousie again as it is a very beautiful place and I am planning to enroll myself in a professional photography course because I have been developing a passion for photography since I have clicked that photograph.

    Band 7

    In 2019, when I was grieving for my mother, I was working in Absurd Life Sciences. I took a break and went out in the open to take a fresh air. While strolling in the alley, I saw a green tree that was overlapping with a yellow tree. I immediately took out my mobile and took a picture of it. I wrote the thought that instantly struck my mind. With every hardship comes ease. I was very proud of taking this photo because I could relax myself. Whenever I was feeling challenged, I could just see that photo and get motivated.

    Band 6-7

    There's a photo that I keep coming back to and it's of my parents. Recently we went on a family dinner after quite a long time because I'm always busy with my college and my assignments. I'm always on my work and my parents were genuinely really happy that they were getting to spend some time with me, some quality time with me and they were really joyful about it. We went on to a non-vegetarian place because we like non-veg and while they were chit-chatting with each other about my brother or me or our childhood memories, I found them really happy and I thought to myself that maybe this is a memorable moment for all of us and I should take, I should probably take a picture of them. I took out my phone, it's an iPhone 12, it's been quite a long time since I'm using it. So I took out my phone, I clicked the picture of them and it turned out so good because I could see how happy they are in the photo as well. I sent it to my brother and he texted me saying I wish I was there with all of you. It just holds a great memory in me and I keep coming back to it. Whenever I feel low I just take out my phone and look at that photo and be grateful about how good parents I have with me.

    Band 6-7

    well taking a different kind of photos is my hobby today I would like to describe a photo that I took and always proud of it the photo is that I took is regarding to the beautiful scenery there when I visited to the mountain last week with my friends on that time I clicked a picture of the beautiful scenery of the mountains in the in the morning time on that time the Sun was rise up the all beautiful view was very pleasant and peaceful usually I click this picture from my android from the look of the picture is so beautiful because it had a clear view of the scenery overall it was a great photo that I had clicked in my life because it shows the natural view of the photos and as well as show the natural beauty in the mountain areas the birds were also flied in the photos and the rose and the clouds or the other things also captured in the pictures as well my friends and my family members also appreciated me because I was clicked wonderful pictures and I also print out this image and I hang out this in my room because when I always watch this picture

    Band 6-7

    I clicked a number of pictures of me, my other friends, my family members, my loved ones. But the one instance what I remember and it's close to my heart. I was actually in Golden Temple and that day I was having a good mood. I was in good mood. So, in Golden Temple I saw a couple from UK. They were sitting in the Prakarma. They were trying to click their own picture with the tablet in their hand. I approached them. I asked, if it's okay if I click your picture with my phone. They said okay. I used my phone. Actually today's camera phones have a very good quality. So, I used my phone to click the picture. They loved it. They said, are you a professional photographer? I said, no, I'm not. I'm just a person with good camera. That's it. And the gentleman, he gave me his email ID and I sent it to him. Later on, they thanked me for that picture that in that day, on that day, if you would not be there, we don't, would not have so much, so good memories of that place. So, I really loved it, the reaction they gave me, the appreciation they gave me. So, later on, I have many couples there to have good times, good memories of that place. And I'm still in touch with the Peter. He still called me to have, to ask for any help in tech related help. I'd love to help.

    Band 6-7

    I remember back in the summer of 2018 I went on an international trip which was my first ever international trip to Malaysia. Back then mobile phones and digital cameras weren't as popular as they are today. So I had a very small phone I remember I think it was Samsung Galaxy Star or something. I only had a 2 megapixel camera barely could take some decent shots but definitely it did capture great memories over the period of time. So I also remember like I stepped out with my friends during the evening when we landed in Malaysia and we went to the twin towers like which are also called Petronas Towers and that was something that was a surreal moment for me because I always dreamt of being there in that moment and looking at the engineering of those towers and just you know just appreciating them and there was my moment and I obviously I clicked a picture of mine along with my friends in front of the twin towers using my Samsung Galaxy Star and that still is saved in my gallery. It is a very blurry photo although but again has a lot of meaning to me and I am very proud of it because it was a big deal for me. A boy from a small town going on his first international trip to Malaysia and standing right in front of the place you always dreamt of. If you look at it today it might it might seem itself it's not that of a big deal but back then yes obviously it was a big deal and I am super proud of it.

    Band 6-7

    After a long and hectic day at work, I really like to relax at beach and explore it. I love to capture the photos of sunsets and water. I have iPhone 15 which is known for its camera quality. The last time I went to beach, I took the photograph of the sunset. But that photograph was not just to capture the sunset and the water but it described a story behind it. Today I am very proud of that photo because the photo describes and shows the sun setting on the west, the water waving, a sand, two love birds, a very far walking holding hands and the most beautiful part of it, their footprints. The couple who walked on the beach had footprints all over the sand. I captured that photograph because it shows a deep meaning in my eyesight. Love has always been peaceful but this photo shows, was very mesmerizing because it was not just peace but it was faith and a lovable moment. It was a picture and a scenario where the meaning of beach is just not to relax but also to know yourself better in a silent and peaceful place where you get your answers and you clear your mind with a better conclusion and decision.

    Band 6-7

    I want to describe a photo that was captured by me in my last visit to China well I could say that in that photo I just captured a cherry blossom I just liked it I admired it a lot and I captured this cherry blossom with Sony camera and I was I was very much it's I was very much surprised like it was so elegant the cherry blossom it it was eye-catching and what's furthermore what's interesting is you could see the petals clearly and the clarity of the picture was was extraordinary I could say it's a eye-feasting picture and I'm very much proud of that picture of that photo because it's you could see that complete clarity of the petals of cherry blossom and it is quite eye-catching it's engaging too and you could once if you just observe that photo you could feel that

    Band 6-7

    I took a photo of Lord Krishna with my Samsung Galaxy camera. Lord Krishna is in the photo and I am very proud of that because Lord Krishna is inspiration for many. They guide us through their lectures, guide us with their shlokas and they guide us all over the humanity, all over the world. Many people follow him, that's the reason I am proud of taking his photo in my camera.
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