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There are a dizzying array of names, techn Personally I have always had a deep affection for reference books and this is probably where I first fell in love with reading. There are a dizzying array of names, techniques, movements and events that have helped make photography what it is today in the 21st Century. There are many profiles all through the book too, showcasing the many talents that have made an impact, from the likes of Cartier-Bresson to Alfred Stieglitz and Man Ray and many, many more.
We see the difference between the daguerreotype and the calotype? Like many new inventions of the era photography was initially a preserve of the select elite and also an opportunity to display status to other elites. As it grew in popularity, more people in more places started to pay attention and soon countries were keen to record and capture parts of their country for posterity, France took the initial lead with the Rothchilds paying for their possessions and lives to be glorified in print and shown off to the wider world.
The vast majority of photographers hail from the likes of the US, the UK, France and Germany but we also get input from other corners of the world like Rodchenko in Russia.
There is also a long list of cameras that will be catnip to the enthusiasts, models like the Graflex and later the Auto Graflex, the Leica 1, one of the earliest 35 mm cameras. There was the iconic Kodachrome, the Nikon F, which not only changed the photography game, but also did much to help rebuild Post War Japan. There was the Rolleiflex. We get a highly informative background into many branches of the art. Seeing how war photography was first used in the Crimean and American Civil Wars, the first conflict to see widespread use of the more user friendly 35mm was the Spanish Civil War, and as many people assert, photography played a huge and invaluable part in raising awareness of the horror of the Vietnam conflict.
Ang shows us how the slum photography of Lewis Wickes Hine and Thomas Annan did much to raise awareness of the grinding poverty that many endured in the inner cities around the western world. Also portrayals of travel and adventure photography gave us new access to the greater world out there. It was the 20th century that saw photography really make a powerful impact. The authenticity of the former is still intensely debated whereas the latter was all too real.
And of course this was only a couple of years away from the start of WWII. It soon became a symbol in which conservation movements could use and many photographers would soon join in on the movement, the likes of Edward Burtynsky, Richard Misrach and Sebastiao Salgado would go onto highlight the devastating effects of industrialisation, pollution throughout many parts of the world through their pictures.
I have to say that I was a little shocked and disappointed to see that the incredible career of Don McCullin was reduced to only half a column, tucked away at an A-Z of Photographers section at the back, and this is a book that is nearly pages long, and yet there is not a single one of his powerful photographs shown?
I was also surprised that there was not a single mention of the tragic, Pulitzer Prize winning photographer, Kevin Carter. Overall this is an ideal guide and overview of the history of photography and should please the expert and amateur equally. It is written in a clear and accessible way that is open to all and it manages to explain without being pretentious or without dumbing down either. There are many superb and outstanding photographs included, though as ever with books of this nature, there will always be surprising omissions, but it is always interesting and thought provoking.
View 1 comment. Apr 11, Justin rated it it was amazing. But don't let the price drop fool you. This book is worth every penny, even at full cost. This book is simply awesome! It took me about a month to read the entire book because I kept coming across interesting facts as I read. That would spin me off on hours of outside Google research. Upon which time I would say to myself: "Ok, ok. Now get back to the book. From how photography started, was hated at first, the birth of propaganda, paparazzi and the modern motion picture.
I was stunned at what I didn't know about this subject and I am an avid fan of photography. It's just loaded with great pictures and the right blend of history, fact, art, science and truth. Photography is every where these days and changing so much more with the camera phone. It's estimated that in the year , the world's cell phones produced roughly, estimating, guessing!
There is so much to learn in this book and if you are even remotely interested in photography, pick up this book immediately. You will enjoy it and have fun with it!! Mar 03, Hapzydeco rated it liked it. Not your ordinary coffee table book.
Sep 03, Stephanie Byrne rated it it was amazing. This book is so entirely comprehensive, it is the complete compendium of all things there are to learn about photography. Much more than a coffee table book, this reference book is a wealth of knowledge and insight into the world of photography, accompanied by some of the most profound photos.
I discovered some awe-inspiring photographers from reading this book and have now photography book upon photography book crowding up my future-book-wishlist. The world sure does work in mysterious ways. Dec 02, Logan Hughes rated it liked it. With few words per photo, there is nonetheless excellent focus on historical context, including controversy.
I think what I wanted that was lacking, though, was more of an examination of the visual elements and technique of iconic photos, but that's the subject of a different book. Apr 24, Ross Berg rated it it was amazing. This book is a must read for photographers. I am so inspired and I am actually a much better photographer now after reading it! This was a surprisingly good gift! An incredible book that took me an year to go through, but I will be coming back to from time to time.
Apr 04, Peter rated it really liked it. Great book with focus on movements, photographers, equipment, and subjects. Breakdown of iconic shots. Large format with beautiful plates. View 2 comments. Feb 13, Sean rated it really liked it Shelves: owned.
A beautiful book with great "coffee table" value. One I love to browse and which makes for great conversation. Jan 07, Novel Destination rated it it was amazing. DK rarely prints anything that disappoints. This is a delicious table-sized book meant for sipping. It would make a nice gift for someone who is a photographer or camera-wielding enthusiast. The changes in cameras, lens and even subject ideas for photo-taking is richly depicted. The writing is easy to understand for laypeople.
However, I believe it is the images Tom Ang selected that really draws a person into the book. A little of something for everyone to enjoy! Dec 03, Marvin rated it really liked it Shelves: photography , reviewed. An excellent book to pick up when you have just enough downtime to read something interesting, but not enough time to get sucked into something completely.
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