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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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    Being a fan of photography, I can say that photo can hold thousands emotions. Today I like to talk about a time when I take a picture of my friends in college reunion. I vividly reminisce that it was a time of December in 2019. Before that day, my friend called me and told me that I need to take a picture of the whole class because the main photographer is on off. So I agreed to the point and I promised them to be on that time. I reached at that time and after some time, program started and after that I clicked thousands of photos of them. After editing those pictures, one picture which involved my friend and teacher giving hug to each other. I find that picture is quite beautiful because it shows the beautiful bond between a student and teacher. I have been very proud after taking that picture because it gave me sense of achievement. After that person told me that it was a great picture, he hung that picture in the wall of his room. These kinds of moments are very rare.

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    The one picture I took from a Sony camera presented by my uncle, is my daughter when she was one year old. I took the shot when she was the first, when she took her first step. So this is the most unforgettable picture and the picture was so clear that you can see how proudly she takes her first step and there is a difference between a picture you shot in a mobile phone and the picture you shot from a camera. It's really so clear and beautiful and I'm so proud of it. Even now, if everybody who ever watches the picture says it's so nice to freeze the moment of my daughter's first step. So I'm really proud of it and the camera has become very old but yet it works well. Besides the first step, the smile on her face, her expression, the pride in her eyes for taking the first step was everything. So beautifully explicit in that picture. So I'm really proud of that photo. Additionally, it is very rare nowadays to see the pictures shot with the cameras. Everybody uses only mobile phones, so that is really very precious. Additionally, this photo has built a bond between my daughter and myself. So whenever we watch this photograph, we bring the

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    I took a photo of my son when he was three years old that is like two years before today and I used my mobile phone to click that picture I don't have any camera with me as I am NOT a photographer so I use camera sorry I use mobile phones to click every picture I clicked his picture when we were at a beach and he was playing very cutely with the sand and all his building tools in that photo you can see a sun shining bright and my son holding some sand in his hand and holding his building tools in another hand and laughing out loud and with so much of innocence on his face that picture came out to be fantastic and just amazing I could not imagine that I have clicked that professional level picture and that photo is so good that I cannot stop myself framing it into a big 12 inches of photo frame and I got it I got it hanged on my bedroom walls and whoever visits the house they ask me the question like who clicked this photo and I very proudly say them that I

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    After completion of my art course in mechanical engineering, it was a little confused about what to do next. At that time, my friend wanted to suggest me to do some business. While my parents accommodated me to pursue my master's abroad. At that time, I wanted to do something unique. So, I researched into some websites and came across a post named Crypto Coinplay. It is an event that is happening on the next year. So, I want to register it. So, I registered for the event and the person who is hiring this event is Anandakrishnan. His name is Anandakrishnan. He is a famous trader and also a financial analyst. Over the past few years, I am struggling so much in the field of trading. So, I was unable to find an edge on it. Moreover, it is a great opportunity for me to attend this event and meet people like Anandakrishnan and other experts. At that event, I got an opportunity to speak in front of the crowd. Mr. Anandakrishnan gave me a medal for my spectacular speech. That is a great thing that happened in my life. Actually, the photo was taken in my 17 Pro camera. Its lenses were so much good. So, I got a great picture. I was very happy at that moment. It is the best moment in my life. So, he encourages me.

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    As a part of industrial visit, we went to Manali a few years back. That time, me and my friends were so fun and we had created a snowman with our own hands and we think it's little bit fascinating and it's look very charming. Actually, it seems to be the real one which we have come across in photos. And we are proud that we could made it out. And I took pictures of it with my own phones. And after a few months, there were a photo contest which was initiated by one of the students in our college. And I posted this picture because it's already been proud to me. And what is amazing that I have got the first prize for this contest. Both these made me proud and it very much encouraged me to capture beautiful moments. Because taking a picture...

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    Band 6-7

    A photo that I took and I'm proud of is my 10th standard graduation photo. In that photo, I have my parents, my sister and myself. That was a selfie taken on iPhone camera. The occasion was where my school facilitated the students who scored 10 on 10 CGPA on 10th board exams. The moment I captured is something that I would cherish for a lifetime. In addition to it, it signifies my efforts towards my studies and the scores I attained and achieved through hard work. It also signifies my parents' contributions and effort and the back and how they backed me up during my hard days. This also shows how much hardships I had to go through and come out with flying colors. Furthermore, this picture is something that signifies how hardships and hard work can help you achieve greater milestones. That picture is framed and kept on my bedroom window. It reminds me how far I have come and how far I have to go and this constant support I have from my family. I am very grateful for that picture.

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