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Week 6 Discussion: Photography and Cinema

Week 6 Discussion: Photography and Cinema

Q Initial Post Instructions For the initial post, address one of the following options: Option 1: In the 19th century, the camera was a revolutionary invention, and many artists were concerned about the effect that photographs would have on the art world. Did the invention of the camera change the arts? Why or why not? Choose an artistic movement that you believe was influenced by the camera and discuss how the movement was affected. Include at least one example of an artist and artwork in your response. Include a statement from a current photographer or critic to support your points. Option 2: In the 21st century, the smartphone camera changed the way we use and view photography. In addition, apps and social media have changed the way we share photography. How has the invention of the smartphone camera changed photography? How have apps and social media changed the way we share photos? Are they positive and/or negative changes? Explain. Include a statement from a current photographer or critic to support your points.

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The invention of the camera and photograph was indeed revolutionary but it did not change the arts. Initially as it was a new discovery people were more drawn towards it, but it did not decrease the popularity of the paintings. However, as Martin in the books points out ; “Some early critics of photography complained that the camera does not offer the control over the