ian_webber

Another aspect that is little realised or addressed, is how digital perhaps hurts photography as an artform just as it was about to reach its time.

Photography has had a hard time breaking into the mainstream art world as a qualified "artform".

Stieglitz and others said back in the day how the new 35mm photogs shooting 100 shots and selecting the best ones was bad for photography. And there is reason for this.

I use only film, and can't stand the process or qualities of digital imaging, and I am very computer literate! I simply cannot get into it. People talk of conveniece, but I don't see it.

Then again, as said above, it is the result that matters. It must be a slap in the face as to those above working for 30-40 yrs in film, mastering the craft and indeed ART of developing a unique "one-of-a-kind" work to have it all replaced by 1s and zeros.

Are there any (artists) on this board using photography strictly as a form of expression?

I am curious as to others' opinions on this topic. If I'm running off the path, my apologies.

Anyway, here's to photography always having a proper place in the art world!

Tim

Well, I've purchased items into the several thousands of dollars range on ebay without issue.

Even real estate.

It is merely a large world-wide classifieds section. Come on, one uses the same precaution and common sense they would with any business transaction.

Have you considered self publishing?

It is worth researching.

TimW