IAHIS 5211 Testament: A History of Documentary
Since its inception, photography has had the dubious distinction of being the principal documentarian of modern historical events and cultural movements. The documentary tradition in photography that has developed over the past hundred and seventy years has created iconic images that have defined and helped shape the world they describe. This course will examine the evolution of documentary photography from its earliest days to the digital present, taking into account historic trends and technological advances, and including contemporary debate regarding the medium's ability to provide an objective record.