Question 7: Describe an interesting hobby you have or have had. You should say:
– What is the hobby, and how did you get into it?
– What do you enjoy about this hobby?
– How has it enriched your life?
– Do you plan to continue pursuing this hobby?
Model answers by Lifestyle Training Centre.
One of the most interesting hobbies I’ve had the pleasure of pursuing is photography. My journey into photography began when I received a digital camera as a birthday gift from my parents several years ago. At the time, I had only taken casual snapshots with my phone, but this new camera opened up a whole new world of possibilities.
What I enjoy most about photography is its ability to capture moments frozen in time. With each click of the shutter, I can document the beauty of the world around me, from stunning landscapes to candid portraits of friends and family. It’s a hobby that encourages me to be more observant and appreciate the little details that often go unnoticed in our busy lives.
Photography has enriched my life in numerous ways. Firstly, it has allowed me to see the world through a different lens, both literally and metaphorically. I’ve developed a keen eye for composition and lighting, which has not only improved my photography skills but also made me more attuned to aesthetics in everyday life. Secondly, it has served as a creative outlet, giving me the freedom to express myself artistically. Whether I’m experimenting with long-exposure night shots or capturing the vibrant colors of a bustling street market, I find immense joy in the creative process.
Moreover, photography has connected me with a community of like-minded individuals who share my passion. I’ve attended photography workshops, participated in exhibitions, and even made new friends who share my love for this art form.
As for the future, I absolutely plan to continue pursuing this hobby. It’s not just a pastime; it’s become a part of who I am. I look forward to exploring new photographic techniques, traveling to new places to capture their beauty, and using my photography to tell stories and evoke emotions. In many ways, photography has become an integral and fulfilling part of my life that I can’t imagine giving up.
List of vocabulary used:
- Interesting hobbies – Activities that capture attention and offer enjoyment.
- Pleasure of – The enjoyment or satisfaction derived from something.
- Began – Started or initiated.
- Casual snapshots – Informal, quick photos usually taken without much planning.
- Whole new world of possibilities – A completely new range of opportunities or experiences.
- Capture moments frozen in time – To record or preserve moments that will remain unchanged.
- Click of the shutter – The sound or action of taking a photograph with a camera.
- Beauty of the world – The visually appealing or inspiring aspects of the world around us.
- Stunning landscapes – Extremely beautiful or impressive natural scenes.
- Candid portraits – Natural, unposed photos of people.
- Encourages me to be more observant – Motivates me to pay more attention to my surroundings.
- Appreciate the little details – Recognise and value small, often overlooked elements of life.
- Go unnoticed – To not be noticed or paid attention to.
- Enriched my life – Made my life better, more fulfilling.
- Through a different lens – To perceive or experience something from a new perspective.
- Keen eye – A sharp ability to notice or judge things accurately.
- Attuned to aesthetics – Being sensitive or aware of beauty and artistic qualities.
- Creative outlet – An activity that allows one to express creativity.
- Freedom to express myself – The ability to show or communicate one’s thoughts and emotions freely.
- Vibrant colors – Bright, lively colours that stand out.
- Immense joy – Great or intense happiness.
- Creative process – The steps or actions involved in making something artistic or creative.
- Connected me – Brought me into contact with or joined me with others.
- Community of like-minded individuals – A group of people who share similar interests or ideas.
- Love for this art form – Passion or deep appreciation for a particular style of artistic expression.
- Continue pursuing – Keep following or engaging in something.
- Part of who I am – An essential aspect of my identity or personality.
- Exploring new photographic techniques – Trying out new methods or approaches to taking photos.
- Capture their beauty – Take photographs that represent the beauty of a place.
- Tell stories – Use photography (or other art forms) to convey a narrative.
- Evoke emotions – Stir or bring out feelings in others.
- Integral and fulfilling – Essential and providing a sense of satisfaction.
Idioms/Phrases:
- Had the pleasure of pursuing – Had the opportunity to engage in or enjoy.
- Journey into photography – The process of getting involved with or exploring photography.
- Opened up a whole new world of possibilities – Presented new opportunities or experiences.
- Capture moments frozen in time – Preserve memories or events through images.
- With each click of the shutter – Every time the camera takes a picture.
- Document the beauty of the world around me – Record and preserve the aesthetic surroundings.
- Encourages me to be more observant – Inspires me to pay more attention to my surroundings.
- Appreciate the little details – Value the small or subtle things in life.
- Photography has enriched my life – Photography has greatly enhanced or added value to my life.
- See the world through a different lens – Perceive things from a new perspective.
- Literally and metaphorically – In both a direct sense and a symbolic way.
- Developed a keen eye for composition and lighting – Learned to notice and understand how to arrange elements and use light effectively.
- Made me more attuned to aesthetics in everyday life – Increased my awareness of beauty and design in the world around me.
- Served as a creative outlet – Functioned as a means for self-expression and creativity.
- Find immense joy in the creative process – Derive great happiness from creating and experimenting.
- Connected me with a community of like-minded individuals – Helped me form relationships with people who share similar interests.
- Photography workshops – Classes or sessions where one learns about photography.
- Participated in exhibitions – Took part in public displays or shows of photographic work.
- Made new friends who share my love for this art form – Developed friendships with people who appreciate photography.
- Not just a pastime – More than a casual or occasional activity.
- Has become a part of who I am – Has integrated into my identity or personal life.
- Look forward to exploring new photographic techniques – Eager to try out different methods and styles in photography.
- Traveling to new places to capture their beauty – Visiting different locations to photograph their scenic aspects.
- Photography has become an integral and fulfilling part of my life – Photography is now an essential and rewarding part of my daily existence.
- Can’t imagine giving up – I cannot picture myself stopping or abandoning this hobby.
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Snacks
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Help
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History
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Handwriting
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Music
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Colours
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Teachers
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Countryside & City
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Friends
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Climate Change
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Transportation
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Sustainable Transportation
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Space Exploration
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Shopping
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Modern Technology
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Technology
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Globalisation
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