Rethinking Photography is an accessible and illuminating critical introduction to the practice and interpretation of photography today.
Peter Smith and Carolyn Lefley closely link critical approaches to photographic practices and present a detailed study of differing historical and contemporary perspectives on social and artistic functions of the medium, including photography as art, documentary forms, advertising and personal narratives.
Richly illustrated full colour images throughout connect key concepts to real world examples. It also includes:
- Accessible book chapters on key topics including early photography, photography and industrial society, the rise of photography theory, critical engagement with anti-realist trends in the theory and practice of photography, photography and language, photography education, and photography and the creative economy
- Specific case studies on photographic practices include snaps
