| Photography and Philosophy: Essays on the Pencil of Nature Contributor(s): Walden, Scott (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1405139242 ISBN-13: 9781405139243 Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell OUR PRICE: $129.64 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: February 2008 Annotation: Seeing is believing -or is it? In an era of digital-imaging technology, can photographs still be considered truthful or realistic? "Photography and Philosophy" takes an up-to-date look at the issues of photographic truth, objectivity, and realism. It tests the limits on what can ethically be done with a camera and examines the fundamental differences between photographic and non-photographic artwork. Unlike the numerous texts devoted to the subject of Film Theory, this collection contains essays specifically about the art form of Still Photography and the broader theoretical questions it raises. Written by contemporary philosophers in a thorough and engaging manner, it is an excellent resource for students studying aesthetics or fine arts and photography. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Photography | Criticism |
| Dewey: 770.1 |
| LCCN: 2007024737 |
| Series: New Directions in Aesthetics |
| Physical Information: 1.06" H x 6.24" W x 9.21" (1.38 lbs) 344 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This anthology offers a fresh approach to the philosophical aspects of photography. The essays, written by contemporary philosophers in a thorough and engaging manner, explore the far-reaching ethical dimensions of photography as it is used today.
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