Hybrid Photography: Intermedial Practices in Science and Humanities

This book explores the territories where manual, graphic, photographic, and digital techniques interfere and interlace in sciences and humanities, arguing that the epistemological break with the advent of photography in the nineteenth century was triggered by photographic techniques and the availability of hybrid media. It will be of interest to scholars in art and visual culture, photography, and history of photography.

Format: Hardback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 08 April 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the intricate realms where manual, graphic, photographic, and digital techniques intertwine and blend in the fields of sciences and humanities. It posits a thought-provoking notion that the introduction of photography did not replace but rather complemented other methods of image production, evolving into a sophisticated component of an ever-expanding array of representation technologies. The profound epistemological shift commonly associated with the advent of photography since the nineteenth century can be attributed in part to the innovative photographic techniques employed, but it also owes much to the availability of a diverse range of hybrid media. These hybrid media exert a profound influence on the interplay between sciences, humanities, and their methodologies, subjects, and approaches.

This book holds immense appeal to scholars and enthusiasts alike, encompassing the realms of art and visual culture, photography, and the rich history of photography. It offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic intersections between these diverse techniques, shedding light on the evolving nature of visual representation and its profound impact on our understanding of the world. By delving into the complexities and interrelationships between manual, graphic, photographic, and digital practices, this book provides a valuable resource for scholars, students, and professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of the visual arts and their historical development.

Weight: 644g
Dimension: 178 x 252 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501341656