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Re: Truth in Photography


  • From: P3D <Linnstaedt@xxxxxxx>
  • Subject: Re: Truth in Photography
  • Date: Mon, 12 Aug 1996 23:43:04 -0400

<< pnovak writes, ...but I'll still take
 the photograph with the *least* manipulation over anything wondrous
 -computer or otherwise- offered by anyone else. >>

This kind of "truth" is called "a snapshot" and since neither artistry nor
intellect are necessary, they are as common as icewater.  :-)

 BTW, we must not forget that the taking lens occupies a particular place and
time, and so is limited by its perspective.  It is therefore subjective!  And
a 2D photograph is a lie! (Ever thought of that?)  = - 0   And, and, and...a
black and white photograph is utter trickery, and deviousness.

Camera's do not record "truth"; a camera paints light onto the celluloid
canvas.  Just as any tool, it shapes the reality which it is to render.


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