The photographers of SouthLight gathered at the Boxwood Bistro, in Franklin, Tennessee, last night to celebrate the end of their first year as a Salon. The gathering was also the first meeting of the Salon’s second year. There was very little reflecting back on the year behind us, other than to realize, and acknowledge, how...
Monthly Archives: December 2010Critiquing Photographs Terry Barrett, in his book, Criticizing Photograph’s, defines criticism as: “…the informed discourse about art to increase understanding and appreciation of art.” Most of us are not prepared to critique photographs. We were never schooled to do so. As a result, we rely on our instincts and personal tastes. This is evidenced by... As our first year came to a close we nominated, and subsequently voted in, our first new member, Mark Mosrie, to the salon. In many ways, this was a huge step for us, and also presented us with the opportunity to put our charter to the test. It also reaffirmed the strength of the seven...  SouthLight is a group of established and well-regarded photographers. Their individual works are published, collected and exhibited throughout the USA and the world. They have come together to form a Salon where an exchange of ideas, techniques, critiques and learning take place. The genesis of the name is an indication that photographic art is alive... |
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