natalie_nice

<p>Why I am studying the Iphone in particular is because of the cult following it has gathered. We have been able to shoot images on our phones for quite some time now, but the difference with the Iphone is that you can download App's that take your pictures in camera styles ect: Lomo/Hipstamatic. Books have been released (in major book shops) about how to be a good 'Iphoneographer' and Iphoneography for Dummies'. In most major cities over the past couple have months their have been galleries exhibitions that are solely Iphone pictures. I think that although it may not be the best camera phone on the market, it seems to be the only one that has so far been taken seriously. I mean, you only have to Google 'Iphoneography' to see the extent at which this trend has grew. </p>

<p>Hi everybody. Well, I am researching for my dissertation - which I am planning on doing on the cultural phenomenon that is 'Iphoneography' I plan to discuss the social and cultural needs/purposes of this emerging art form. Is it a new aesthetic in its own right or is it a natural continuum. Does it bring anything new to photography? The only problem I am having is this is such a new topic of study there is not much academic research on it. Could anyone suggest any sites/books that may be relevant. I'd also love your thoughts on the topic. Is Iphoneography democratizing photography in your opinion? Does it matter what the mechanical device was if they produce amazing pictures. Or, do you think because the camera does 'all the work for you' eg: Hipstamatic App, that they are not credible? Any help/feedback would be amazing, and I will send you good karma... Haha. Thanks. N. x </p>