Photography's limitations are the keys to its uniqueness

THIS VIDEO: We as photographers have chosen to operate within a photographic field that is limited in many ways - so it’s best to be aware of what these limitations are in order to maximise the possibilities for self-expression. Our awareness of these limitations is the important in order to have the freedom to create. Photography can suggest a story… or narrative, but it’s impossible for it to provide anything beyond the basic information. Thanks to Stephen Shore - I draw from a talk at The Photographers Gallery in 2010. There are four basic limitations to photography that each contain the seed for creative expression.
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ABOUT ME: The conversations focus on topics related to different aspects of photography including: art, documentary and photojournalism. The discussions explore the personal experiences of photographers and artists and how their work reflects both their internal and external landscape. During the past 30 years I have photographed in over 50 countries for magazines including National Geographic, Time, New York Times and Newsweek. I have held solo exhibitions in New York, London and Paris and my work is showcased in private and institutional art collections around the world.
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Stephen Shore - Photography and the Limits of Representation

[@desoriordan9515]

Very good analysis that goes beyond the superficial. Thanks.

[@kc1464a]

Thank you Graeme, a very insightful video to watch!

[@kimanderson5273]

I always look forward to seeing a new video from you every Saturday morning, thanks.

[@PhotoConversations]

Many thanks Kim.

[@bowenisland100]

Just amazing that you put so much time and effort into these valuable videos. Very much received and appreciated.

[@PhotoConversations]

Hi thanks for that. It does take a lot of time, but I also learn a lot from the process.

[@pamelasmith8652]

Great video, educational. JT

[@EnglishwithGrisha]

Great video! Thanks!

[@LloydSpencer]

Well done, Graeme! Excellent piece, great examples. Perhaps you will go on to talk about each of those 4 elements in separate videos? Certainly would be interested in a whole video on focus.

[@almostgreen9498]

Great idea 😊

[@PhotoConversations]

Hi Lloyd Thanks, that's a good idea.

[@joycourtney]

Excellent analysis - plenty to think about. Thank you.

[@matthewsfineart]

Your videos are exceptional. They are equally educational and inspirational. Thank you very much for all the time and work you put into your channel!

[@PhotoConversations]

Thanks Matthew I'm glad it hit home!

[@denislaroche3957]

thanks you, I found it interesting and insightful, I took notes in my photo journal, cheers from Montreal !

[@PhotoConversations]

Gold star for you Denis for keeping your journal!! Many thanks.

[@petercooney9156]

Great observations. I was intrigued by the comment about the need to solve images as a viewer. I believe one strength of a great image is ambiguity. The dilemma of the 'solution' of an image prolongs the engagement of the viewer. One might return repeatedly to an image to test alternative 'solutions' perhaps. I shall follow your channel with interest.

[@PhotoConversations]

Many thanks Peter!

[@thomaseriksson6256]

Thank you I needed this lecture. I currently reviewing faults in my approach to my work as lack of direction, narrative fault and endurance.

[@PhotoConversations]

Hi Thomas. Don't be too harsh on yourself - We are all just finding our way.

[@thomaseriksson6256]

@@PhotoConversations Hi Graeme. Thank you for your feedback. I'm tired of not getting out and working on my photography but instead buying optics. Now I'm starting to think about a used Zeiss Milvus 25mmF1.4. But my work always takes during the week.

[@almostgreen9498]

Excellent as always. Do you remember how long it took you to see the world as a flat plane?

[@PhotoConversations]

It is an ongoing process of keeping oneself open to the 3D/4D world and at the same time realising that one is communicating in a 2D manner.