Photography Basics
By Barbara BellLesson 1: History of Photography
Why Photograph?
To understand great photography, we must know its coming of age story. We must also ask ourselves, "Where do we fit in this spectrum?"
In this lesson, we will look at the birth, evolution, and future of photography, as well as why each of us photographs.
Introduction
In this lesson, we will understand the first photographic process that was used to capture a truthful likeness. Seeing how photography was born, we will also trace its development through the centuries and speculate how it next evolves. Most importantly, where do we fit into this spectrum?
The objectives are outlined as such: - Know who first invented photography and the process that is named after this person.
- Name 2-3 major players in the evolution of photography, as well as what they contributed to the field. - Come up with an idea of how photography will be used in the future. - Answer in 2-3 sentences what inspired you to first pick up a camera and capture images and what you hope to "do" with photography (become a fine artist, capture family photos, make a business out of it).
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