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Evolution Of Photography Research Paper

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Photography was derived from the Greek word “photos” meaning light and “graphein” meaning to draw. Photography is a method used by vast amount of people today, to capture images through the reaction of light and sensitive material. Throughout time, photography has evolved due to technological advancements, making it available to almost everyone.
“Cameras have evolved from a pinhole up to the latest and accessible SLRs and DSLRs. Underwater, disposable and film and digital cameras were also invented. The increasing knowledge of people to photography and cameras contributed a lot in order to make more innovations through the years. Therefore, taking photographs, recording images and moments, and sharing the art form became easy and fast” (Art of the Masses). Despite the fact that photography was intended solely for the …show more content…

Photography when it was first discovered, took many hours to develop in order to expose the film, and for this reason, many scenic views such as mountains, gardens, trees, rain and sunshine were perfect subjects. These images captured a wide variety of elements such as colors, and the views that they would depict. Mountains, rivers, beaches, and lakes, are all very common subjects when taking photographs of scenery. Scenic photography is one of the most common because the main focus of the picture does not move. This form of artwork is very easy to capture, but you always need to keep an eye open towards what exactly you’re trying to capture (Basics). Are you trying to tell a story? Are you trying to give some advice through a picture? Are you trying to motivate others? Whatever the case is, whatever you’re trying to do, scenic photography is always one of the most helpful art forms in doing so-“photographers use their cameras as tools of exploration- as instruments for change” (Photography at 125) -and that’s why it is most

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