What impact did photographers like Mathew Brady have on public perception of significant historical events, such as the American Civil War, through their pioneering use of photography?
In what ways did the introduction of portable and more affordable cameras, such as the Kodak Brownie in the early 20th century, democratize photography and change personal and journalistic document...
What role did photography play in the social reform movements of the early 20th century, particularly with regard to the work of photographers like Lewis Hine and Jacob Riis?
How did the use of photography influence colonial narratives and the documentation of indigenous cultures during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
What are the significant contributions of early female photographers to historical photography, and how did they navigate the male-dominated field of the 19th and early 20th centuries?
In what ways did photography during the American Civil War alter public perception of the realities of war, and who were some of the key photographers involved?
How has the preservation of historical photographs evolved over time, and what challenges do institutions face in maintaining and restoring photographic archives from earlier centuries?
What role did photography play in the documentation of social conditions and movements in the early 20th century, particularly through the works of photographers like Lewis Hine and Dorothea Lange?
