Photograph

What is a photograph?

A photograph is an image captured with a camera. Traditionally, photographs were made by exposing film and then developing the image on light-sensitive paper using chemicals. Today, photographs can also be captured digitally and printed or displayed electronically. The process requires a camera, whether film or digital, and a photographer.
Frank Sinatra next to his T-Bird

Frank Worth

Frank Sinatra next to his T-Bird, 1955

Photography

Photograph

USD 1,495

Sammy Davis Jr leaps for Marilyn

Frank Worth

Sammy Davis Jr leaps for Marilyn

Photography

Photograph

EUR 3,995

Elizabeth Taylor on the Set of 'Giant'

Frank Worth

Elizabeth Taylor on the Set of 'Giant', 1955

Photography

Photograph

USD 1,495

Swimming pool (by Alain Capeilleres)

Martine Franck

Swimming pool (by Alain Capeilleres), 1976

Photography

Photograph

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Subodh Gupta

title unknown, 2006

Photography

Photograph

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Aesthetic movement

The Aesthetic Movement emerged in the late 19th century, emphasizing the beauty and sensual qualities of art over practical or moral considerations. It promoted the idea of creating art for its own sake, valuing beauty and aesthetic experience as ends in themselves. The movement was particularly influential in Britain.

Emulation

Emulation is the process of recreating digital art to ensure it remains accessible and functional, even when the original technology used to create it becomes obsolete. This is done by using newer technology to replicate the experience and functionality of the original artwork, preserving art made with early cameras, software, and computers.

Lambda print

A Lambda print is produced using a Lambda laser printer, a technology developed by the Durst company. The Durst Lambda was one of the first printers to use digital laser technology to create archival-quality prints. This process, also known as a Lambda c-type print, involves exposing photographic paper to laser light, resulting in high-quality, long-lasting images.

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