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 existing understandings of photography by referencing photographic expressions and the practices of photographers since the modern era.

Beyond merely explaining the history and techniques of photography, the content unfolds a contemplation on the act of seeing photographs itself, making it a highly insightful read for those who wish to consider photography as an expressive medium.

[Title] Anti-Photographic Theory (Photo Livre 6)
[Publisher] Kawade Shobo Shinsha
[Publication Date] October 1, 1999
[Page Count] 256 pages
[Dimensions] Approx. 137*194*23mm / 415g
[Format] Hardcover
[Language] Japanese
[Title Reading] HANSHASHINRON
[Author/Editor] Shino Kuraishi / Author
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[ISBN] 430990366X
[Condition] Used [3] (Obi: minor tear repair, minor dirt; Cover: slight sun fading; Text: minor red pen marks, slight foxing on edges)
[Accessories] Obi
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Shino Kuraishi (b. 1963)

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

Completed his master's degree at Meiji University Graduate School. In parallel with his poetry, he has developed critical activities concerning photography, art, and video. He is known for his criticism that discusses photographic expression by connecting it with literature and philosophy.

His works include "Anti-Photographic Theory" and "Snapshot." He has also been involved in collaborations with photographers and exhibition planning, continuously offering critical perspectives on Japanese photographic culture.

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