Abstract Photography
Definition
This term refers to a genre of photography that emphasizes the visual qualities of form, color, and texture over representational accuracy, often creating images that appear abstract.
History
Abstract photography developed alongside abstract art, as photographers began to explore the medium's potential for non-representational imagery.
Notable Examples
Man Ray
Rayograph, 1922
Aaron Siskind
Chicago 30, 1949
Key Artists & Movements
Pioneering artists include Man Ray and Aaron Siskind, who were influenced by Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques include the manipulation of photographic processes, such as photograms, intentional blurring, and close-up compositions to emphasize abstract qualities.
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