“The making of an impression of a negative onto photographic paper is not as important as the actual picture value of the image, which could be reproduced in a magazine, a newspaper, or a ten cent xerox....Over the years, I began to appreciate print quality and see my photographs as not necessarily reproductions for a book but having their own life as gelatin silver prints.”
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T Y P O L O G Y
2025
T y p o o l o g y
Typologies in photography reveal how a familiar and often universal subject can be depicted in a multitude of distinct and interesting ways, emphasizing both the commonalities and subtle variations that exist within a specific category. By thoughtfully presenting a carefully curated series of images under the same thematic umbrella—such as doors, trees, or buildings—typologies demonstrate the remarkable diversity of form, texture, color, and context that can exist even among objects that appear similar at first glance. This systematic and methodical approach not only highlights aesthetic differences but also encourages viewers to engage more deeply and observe the subtle nuances they might otherwise overlook, offering a richer and more informed understanding of the subject’s cultural, functional, and environmental variations. Through repetition, comparison, and consistent framing, typologies effectively transform the ordinary into a dynamic and compelling study of visual language, pattern, and variation.