Photography as fine art
Roberta
- Region:
- London
- Notice Period:
- Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Hobby
- Fee:
- Paid: £25 online
- Category:
- Media
- Updated:
- 13th June 2025
- Tagged:
- Art | Selfies | Photography | History
From the moment it was invented, photography sparked a major question in the art world: Can a photograph be fine art? And if so… what is art, anyway? This talk dives into the fascinating, often heated debate that has shaped the relationship between photography and traditional art. We'll explore how photography revolutionized the way artists see, create, and challenge the world. You’ll also discover must-read books and current photo exhibitions in London to deepen your exploration. Artists we’ll encounter along the way include: Dorothea Lange, Fox Talbot, Ansel Adams, László Moholy-Nagy, Edgar Degas, Claude Monet, Marianne Brandt, Andy Warhol, Jo Spence, Cindy Sherman, Alfred Stieglitz, and Henri Cartier-Bresson.
Views: 1079 | Enquiries: 0About Roberta
Roberta’s love for art and architecture borders on "obsession"—and she’s happily embraced it! Her special passion lies in Modernist architecture, which led her to earn a Graduate Certificate with distinction in History of Art and Architecture from Birkbeck University. That was actually her second degree—her first career is in Economics, with over 20 years of experience in the fast-paced world of financial markets. Now, she channels her energy into making art and architecture not just informative, but fun, relatable and engaging for everyone. She’s the founder of Art Tours with a Theme – ART wiT, a London-based project offering themed tours and talks that bring the city’s creativity to life. You can follow her curated art and architecture adventures on Instagram @artwit_london and Facebook @artwitlondon.
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