Philosophy Bites

Kendall Walton on Photography

Dec 23, 2012
In this podcast, philosopher Kendall Walton discusses the unique characteristics of photography, such as its transparency and the impact of the photographic process on the final image. He also explores the invasion of privacy and evidential value in photography, as well as the challenges and advancements brought by digital technology.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Understanding the Making of Photographs
02:15 • 10min
3
Exploring Photographic Realism, Invasion of Privacy, and Evidential Value
12:10 • 3min
4
The Transparency of Digital Photographs
15:26 • 2min
5
The Impact of Digital Technology on Photography
17:08 • 3min