Pictorialism
Pictorialism by Flynn | Dec 26, 2023 In our post “But is it Art (Part II)” we were discussing two early schools of thought about photography: Pictorialism and Naturalism. Both terms are actually difficult to define closely and looking at pictures it can be...
But is it Art (Part II)
When I wrote “But is it Art (Part 1)” it was my intention to examine the struggle of photography to be recognized as a legitimate art form and in the process have a look at what constitutes Art. That is a big subject and I was going to make it a series of two or three...
A Walk in the Park
A Walk in the Park Seeing the Photograph before you Click the Shutter Fall in Confederation Park. This lovely spot is only a five minute walk from our house. “The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera”. This was said by Dorothea...
Lens, Book and Camera
Another day with the Guys Lens, Book and Camera October 1st was the latest Camera Show here in Vancouver and as usual I had my table. Again I went to this show with very little in the way of cameras to sell. I did take lots of camera cases and other stuff that I have...
Buying Prints
Buying Photographic Prints Thoughts on the Market for Photographs Have you ever noticed how few photographs you see hanging in peoples homes as art? There are lots of family pictures but seldom do you see a photographic print hung simply as art to be enjoyed. You see...Follow the Art on Facebook
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