Animated: the history of photography

Posted on 17 April 2013

If you’re looking for an easy history lesson in photography, this fun animated sequence is a great way to learn.

Illuminating photography: From camera obscura to camera phone by Eva Timothy is an informative talk on the evolution of humanity’s efforts to fix light.

Photography today isn’t easy, but it’s nothing compared to the challenges faced by the original photographers of the 1800s. Imagine having to lug around an entire darkroom to complete a shoot? No thanks. I’ll take the digital.

Did you know it’s now estimated that 380 billion photographs are taken each year? That’s an enormous amount of memories. Watch this video for more interesting facts.

 

The Animated History of Photography

 

 

Check out the Getaway Photography blog for tips and tricks






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