The Terry Barrett reading is an
overview of the major theoretical positions affecting photography today. The discussion
resolves around trustworthiness of a photo, modernism and postmodernism, Marxist
theory and criticism, and feminist theory and criticism. This article explores
the idea that a photo can be magic, trustworthy, and a natural phenomenon all
at the same time. Just like any theoretical perspective, there will always be
varying views on it. This article serves to emphasize the importance of affecting
photographic purposes. Additionally, this theoretical scope helps us to
comprehend and appreciate the medium as well as the means and ends of
photography.
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