Regarding the Pain of Others by Susan Sontag: Ethics of War Photography
Deep dive into Susan Sontag’s Regarding the Pain of Others (2003): war photography ethics, compassion fatigue, spectacle vs evidence, and contemporary…
Walter Benjamin
October Journal: The Academic Quarterly That Shaped Photography Criticism
October journal photography theory criticism transformed the field. Discover how Crimp, Krauss, and Sekula’s essays shaped postmodern photography discourse.
Ways of Seeing: How John Berger Changed Photography Theory Forever
Discover how John Berger’s Ways of Seeing (1972) revolutionized photography theory. Essential guide to reproduction, context, and visual literacy.
What is Photography? | Exploring the Essence of Photography
Photography is more than just the click of a shutter; it’s a form of art, a science, and a way to communicate and capture moments in time. As we delve … Read more
AI-Generated Images: Philosophy and Aesthetics, from Benjamin to Eldagsen
Explore the fascinating world of AI-generated images, blurring the lines between reality and simulation. Embark on a journey of discovery with cutting-edge technology and innovative insights into the future of visual content creation.
Light Painting: The Aesthetics
In order to fully grasp the characteristics of Light Painting, it is useful to compare it with the traditional lighting technique typically used in photo studios. Traditional Lighting vs. Light … Read more
‘On Photography’ by Susan Sontag | Summary and Exploration
In 1977, Susan Sontag published On Photography, a book that profoundly reshaped how we think about images. Far from a technical manual, this collection of six essays examines the philosophical, … Read more
Rosalind Krauss and Photography: A New Modernity
Modernity through photography Rosalind Krauss (born in 1941) can be considered both in the inheritance and contestation of Clement Greenberg’s work.In her critique of modernism, she has been interested in … Read more