History of Photography Development

Author: Wu Wei
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Publish Date: 2000-07-01
Features: This book consists of seven chapters. It introduces "The Birth and Initial Development of Photography," "The Development of Photographic Equipment," "The Development of Portraiture Photography," "The Development of Art Photography," "The Development of Documentary and News Photography," "The Development of Advertising Photography," and "The Development of Color Photography." The history of photography, from 1839 to the present, has spanned 161 years. Compared to other disciplines, its history is not long, yet this 161-year development process has been diverse and colorful. The development of photography itself has brought about tremendous changes, while also facing new and significant challenges. On one hand, the inherent potential and infinite vitality of photography, combined with the rapid advancements in the electronic revolution, computer technology, and numerous overwhelming new technologies, have propelled photography to leap forward in even broader and more advanced directions. On the other hand, the emergence of various visual recording methods, such as film, television, and today's digital photography, has also created competition and impact on photography.