The Thing Itself
Original Post August 19, 2008
Photography, by its very nature, is unique in the visual arts. The camera shows us all too easily the thing itself rather than a personal vision of the individual wielding the tool. It is by far the easiest and most ubiquitous device to use and therefore it’s power is often diminished. A skilled photographer, however, can show us something so much more than the thing itself-the world of the mind, of thoughts and of memory. Creating work that is deeper and more complete than what is represented takes time and dedication to the craft of photography and a desire to understand yourself and the world around you. The ability to use the physical attributes of a photograph to speak of the intangible aspects of life is a gift and a responsibility, one that I find ceaselessly fascinating.
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