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Seminar: Capturing Light: A Journey Through the History of the Camera and Photography   

Step into the enchanting world of visual storytelling with a fascinating lecture on the evolution of the camera and the art of photography. Feeney, dressed as a 19th-century photographer, will share the humble origins of the camera obscura and explore how ingenious minds transformed this optical device into the first primitive cameras, leading to the birth of photography. Discover the works of pioneers like Louis Daguerre and Henry Fox Talbot, who forever altered visual communication. The lecture highlights how the camera became a powerful tool for sharing historical events, such as the American Civil War, with photographers like Alexander Gardner, Timothy O'Sullivan, and Mathew Brady. Join us to delve into iconic photographs and artifacts from Feeney's collection, celebrating the art, science, and cultural significance of photography. Space is limited.

"He was one of the best and knowledgeable speakers I’ve heard at FAU" - OLLI Patron
 
  • Seminar: Capturing Light: A Journey Through the History of the Camera and Photography
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Dates: 1/30/2025 - 1/30/2025
    Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Room: Room 102
    Instructor: Robert Feeney

    Step into the enchanting world of visual storytelling with a fascinating lecture on the evolution of the camera and the art of photography. Feeney, dressed as a 19th-century photographer, will share the humble origins of the camera obscura and explore how ingenious minds transformed this optical device into the first primitive cameras, leading to the birth of photography. Discover the works of pioneers like Louis Daguerre and Henry Fox Talbot, who forever altered visual communication. The lecture highlights how the camera became a powerful tool for sharing historical events, such as the American Civil War, with photographers like Alexander Gardner, Timothy O'Sullivan, and Mathew Brady. Join us to delve into iconic photographs and artifacts from Feeney's collection, celebrating the art, science, and cultural significance of photography. Space is limited.

    "He was one of the best and knowledgeable speakers I’ve heard at FAU" - OLLI Patron

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