Critical Perspectives on Photography: Theories and Methods
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This exam evaluates students' engagement with critical theories of photography. Students will analyze and interpret photographic practices using various theoretical frameworks.
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Exam Details
Duration: 40 minutes
Prerequisites: Introduction to Visual Culture, Art Theory, Media Studies
Key Topics
- Theoretical Frameworks
- Structuralism
- Feminist Theory
- Post-Structuralism
- Visual Critique
Learning Outcomes
- Discuss Key Theoretical Perspectives
- Analyze Photographic Works
- Apply Theories to Critique
- Evaluate Cultural Implications
Full Description
This exam focuses on critical theories surrounding photography, examining key perspectives such as structuralism, post-structuralism, and feminist theory. Students will explore how these frameworks influence photographic interpretation and critique.
Theories of photography are essential for developing a nuanced understanding of visual culture and the meanings embedded within images. They inform academic discourse and critique within the humanities.
Students will be assessed on their ability to articulately discuss various theoretical frameworks and apply them to specific photographic examples in their analyses.
Candidates should familiarize themselves with significant theorists and their contributions to understanding the complexities of photographic discourse.
Sample Questions
- How does feminist theory reshape our understanding of representation in photography?
- What are the implications of post-structuralism on the interpretation of photographic meaning?
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