Another college project! Hi everyone, I'm currently researching for a 2.500 word essay I have to write, but I'm really struggling to create the title/question. I'm looking at human...

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Apr 16, 2013 15:08:16 #

spannerdyson Loc: Devon

Hi everyone,

I'm currently researching for a 2.500 word essay I have to write, but I'm really struggling to create the title/question.

I'm looking at human intervention on our landscape, so looking at photographers such as Richard Misrach, Fay Godwin, Jem Southam, just to name a few (all have great work so definitely take a look!)
The best I've come up with so far is How does photography highlight human intervention in the landscape? But I'm not 100%

Any ideas for the question?

Thanks =]

Apr 16, 2013 15:10:46 #

JR1 Loc: Tavistock, Devon, UK

I'm in Tavistock, there are a few Devonians here

Apr 16, 2013 15:13:54 #

sbesaw Loc: Boston

spannerdyson wrote:

Hi everyone, br br I'm currently researching for ... (show quote)

How does photography document human intervention in the landscape?

Does photography document human intervention in the landscape?

Should photography document human intervention in the landscape?

What is the social impact of documenting human intervention on the enviroment through Photograhy?

Can photography adequately document human intervention on the enviroment?

Apr 16, 2013 15:17:05 #

spannerdyson Loc: Devon

JR1 wrote:

I'm in Tavistock, there are a few Devonians here

It's a good place to be!

Apr 16, 2013 15:17:25 #

spannerdyson Loc: Devon

sbesaw wrote:

I've been thinking about these questions for weeks, you make it seem so simple! Thanks for your help.

Apr 16, 2013 15:19:32 #

sbesaw Loc: Boston

JR1 wrote:

I'm in Tavistock, there are a few Devonians here

Devonians as in belonging to the geologic time, system of rocks, or sedimentary deposits of the fourth period of the Paleozoic Era, characterized by the development of lobe-finned fishes, the appearance of amphibians and insects, and the first forests. Since there were no humans during that period (And the OP is referring to human intervention on the landscape) this comment is about as appropriate as many of your others. Just sayin :D :D

Being clever can be a challenge

Apr 16, 2013 15:20:16 #

sbesaw Loc: Boston

spannerdyson wrote:

I've been thinking about these questions for weeks, you make it seem so simple! Thanks for your help.

Simple is as simple does. Good luck

Apr 16, 2013 15:21:25 #

sbesaw Loc: Boston

spannerdyson wrote:

I've been thinking about these questions for weeks, you make it seem so simple! Thanks for your help.

Simple is as simple does. Good luck

Apr 16, 2013 15:28:20 #

JR1 Loc: Tavistock, Devon, UK

sbesaw wrote:

this comment is about as appropriate as many of your others.

Was I talking to you, is it me or was this un called for

Apr 16, 2013 16:02:47 #

G Brown Loc: Sunny Bognor Regis West Sussex UK

Perhaps your question could be : Does photography make landscape great (or iconic)?
In the UK We have protected areas like SSI's sites of special scientific interest. (Geological or animal/insect/reptile habitat) but lots more AOANB's areas of outstanding natural beauty. Were these defined as a result of popular photography bringing these special places to a wider audience. Could we now propose a place as an AOANB without photographs or without well known photographers supporting the planning application?

Landscapes change by nature or mans action. Is an iconic landscape only possible by being 'frozen in time' by photography. Many people suggest preservation or conservation but the results often lacks authenticity. Think great mansion with no servants etc. Photographs can bring a greater feeling of authenticity to any 'scene'.

Apr 16, 2013 18:10:19 #

BHC Loc: Strawberry Valley, JF, USA

spannerdyson wrote:

Hi everyone, br br I'm currently researching for ... (show quote)

Here's one that's an application of the KISS principle:

Photograpghy - Human Intervention in the Landscape

Apr 16, 2013 18:37:06 #

rebride

I was talking to my son last night about title for his college thesis.
I like Mogul's suggestion.
This also might interest you;
http://www.chasingice.com/#13661513215781&action=collapse_widget&id=9586311

Apr 17, 2013 06:52:50 #

BboH Loc: s of 2/21, Ellicott City, MD

What "spin" are you looking to use? For instance: "Human intervention has destroyed the landscape", "Human intervention is now improving the landscape" to mention two. the tag line: "Can/does photography adequately capture the ...", or "How could photography better capture and display the ..."

Apr 17, 2013 06:54:25 #

Ugly Jake Loc: Sub-Rural Vermont

Every picture tells a story, don't it.

Apr 17, 2013 07:03:45 #

Beagleman Loc: Indiana

DOCUMENTING THE CHANGING LANDSCAPE

Just my suggestion.

--Beagleman

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