Anti-Photography Theory (Photo-Livre 6)

A collection of essays on photography that re-examines what photography is and what it means to see. This is one volume in the Photo Livre series, which explores thought surrounding photographic expression by traversing criticism, literature, art, and philosophy.

Does photography capture reality, or does it deviate from it? In this book, Shino Kuraishi re-examines established understandings of photography by referencing photographic expressions and photographers' practices since the modern era.

Beyond explaining photographic history and techniques, the book delves into the very act of seeing photographs, making it a thought-provoking read for those who consider photography as an expressive medium.

[Title] Anti-Photography Theory (Photo Livre 6)
[Publisher] Kawade Shobo Shinsha
[Publication Date] October 1, 1999
[Pages] 256 pages
[Size] Approx. 13719423mm / 415g
[Format] Hardcover
[Language] Japanese
[Title Reading] HANSHASHINRON
[Author/Editor] Shino Kuraishi / Author
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[ISBN] 430990366X
[Condition] Used [2] Fair - no impact on readability (Obi: slight tear repair, slight stain; Cover: slight sun fading; Text: slight red pen annotations, slight stains on text block edges)
[Accessories] Obi
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Shino Kuraishi (b. 1963)

Born in Nagano Prefecture. Poet, art critic, and photography critic.

Completed his master's degree at Meiji University Graduate School. In parallel with his poetry, he engages in critical activities regarding photography, art, and film. He is known for his criticism that connects photographic expression with literature and philosophy.

His books include "Anti-Photography Theory," "Snapshot," "The Other Side of Photography," and "Portraits of Familiars." He also collaborates with photographers and plans exhibitions, continually offering critical perspectives on Japanese photographic culture.

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