This course will focus on the history and theory of photography from its beginnings to the present day. Its aim is to examine the critical questions and methodological framework of photography as an art form. Topics to be covered will include: the development of photographic technologies and their impact; theoretical constructs; art and photography; documentary photography; photography and politics; word and image; photography of the body; postmodernism; Australian photography.

1,000 word tutorial paper (25%), 2,000 word essay (40%), Visual test (25%) and Tutorial participation (10%).

Introduction to Art History ARTH1002 and Introduction to Modern Art ARTH1003 or permission of the Coordinator.

* Newhall, B, The History of Photography from 1839 to the Present, Museum of Modern Art
* Sontag, S, On Photography, Penguin