Cem_Usakligil
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Every now and then, we reopen the discussion of what is art in photography when a (new) member pops the seemingly innocent question: "is my picture a piece of art?". We have spent an enormous amount of time (and sweat and tears) discussing the possible answers to this question in the past. Therefore it makes sense for anybody who is wondering about this question to read first what has already been discussed.
Here is a collection of links to the most interesting threads on the topic of art in photography (or vice versa).
And as an added bonus, also interesting to read:
This list is far from complete, it is possible that I may have overlooked certain threads. Please let me know by PM if you think that the list must be extended.
Have fun with the reading.
Here is a collection of links to the most interesting threads on the topic of art in photography (or vice versa).
- Accepted Definition of Art
- Common Properties of the best Fine Art Photographs
- Let's start with definitions
- Photography Art that Monkeys Could Make?
- what IS "art" in photography all about?
- digital fine art photography
- What makes us photographers?
- Sweat Equity and Skill in Photography as Art?
- photography as art abstraction
- Is your photography art or not? (discussion thread)
And as an added bonus, also interesting to read:
- B&W RGB Digital: a realized Adams dream or a fix-all.
- "I Can't" -- A Photographer's Phrase From Hell!
- The Web Gallery of Art
- Arc of communication
This list is far from complete, it is possible that I may have overlooked certain threads. Please let me know by PM if you think that the list must be extended.
Have fun with the reading.
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