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Rothstein, Arthur, circa 1983 Jun 6-10
File — Box: Mixed pav_9, cassette: 2.8 A
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Arthur Rothstein discusses the genre of the photo essay. He speaks on the qualities of a good photograph and the use of clichés. He then discusses visual literacy, describing the difference between a picture story and a photo essay. Following this, Rothstein presents a slideshow and discusses the history of photography.
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Focus '83 Lectures to students on photography - Arthur Rothstein, Monday morning, opening speech - Dan Dry, Part 1, Monday...
Dates:
circa 1983 Jun 6-10
Sandler, Richard, circa 1985 Jun 3-7
File — Box: Mixed pav_9, cassette: 2.33 A-B
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In the first of two segments, Richard Sandler describes his problems with the term "photojournalism." He explains why he considers himself to be a fine art photographer and describes the impact of the 1968 Democratic Convention on his understanding of journalistic practice. He presents a slideshow of his work, discussing his recent projects, the qualities of a good photograph, and the tension between form and content. Sandler then shows photographs he took while concealing his camera and...
Dates:
circa 1985 Jun 3-7
Sheng, Chiang Ning, circa 1982 Jun 7-11
File — Box: Mixed pav_9, cassette: 1.29 A-B
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In the first of two segments, Chiang Sheng presents a slideshow of historical photographs and speaks on the development of photography in China. In the second segment, Sheng speaks on contemporary Chinese politics, discussing mass media and education, as well as the photojournalist's role in putting pressure on authorities. At the end of the lecture, Sheng shows photographs taken by Chinese photojournalists on a visit to the United States and answers questions from the...
Dates:
circa 1982 Jun 7-11
Street Photography Panel, circa 1982 Jun 7-11
File — Box: Mixed pav_9, cassette: 1.32 A-B; 1.33 A-B
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The recording begins mid-event. In the first of four segments, Benedict (Ben) Fernandez converses with a workshop participant about inquiry and active learning, and addresses concerns students have about the workshop. Fernandez then introduces Angel Franco, Stephen Shames and Herlinde Koelbl. Fernandez begins by discussing important photographs from his career, including his work featuring Martin Luther King, Jr. The recording ends in a debate on photography education with the same...
Dates:
circa 1982 Jun 7-11
Roy Stryker Panel, circa 1983 Jun 6-10
File — Box: Mixed pav_9, cassette: 2.9 A-B; 2.10 A
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The recording begins mid-event. In the first of three segments, an unidentified person introduces Roy Stryker, noting his position as head of the Information Division of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. Five photographers who participated in the FSA project are invited to discuss their experiences. The panel, which is not introduced, relay stories and experiences from the project. Based upon references in the recording, Arthur Rothstein is probably among...
Dates:
circa 1983 Jun 6-10
Vann, Douglas, circa 1985 Jun 3-7
File — Box: Mixed pav_9, cassette: 2.34 A-B
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In the first of two segments, Doug Vann discusses the beginning of his career and his experiences photographing artists and celebrities. He presents a slideshow of his photographs, explaining how this direction locked him into a certain genre that he won't be able to exit any time soon. At one point in the recording, the tape recorder is very close to the slide projector, making the speaker barely audible. Vann discusses future plans, as well as strategies for photographing celebrities....
Dates:
circa 1985 Jun 3-7
Webb, Alex, circa 1983 Jun 6-10
File — Box: Mixed pav_9, cassette: 2.11 A-B; 2.12 A
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In the first of three segments, Alex Webb offers his thoughts on black and white photography and his preference for camera magazines over commercial magazines. He presents a slideshow of his work, discussing recent assignments across the United States and Mexico, the amount of time he spends in the field, and how he organizes his photographs. After a question from a workshop participant, Webb returns to the discussion of color versus black and white photography. In the second segment, the...
Dates:
circa 1983 Jun 6-10
Critic session with unidentified designer, 1990s
File — Box: Mixed pav_9, cassette: 9
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This audio recording appears to be the concluding moments of a critic session in which an unidentified critic instructs students to base their designs on color fashion plates from 1920s fashion magazines encountered during research. Students complain that they are not allowed to photocopy rare materials in the library and a discussion ensues as to where they can find and photocopy images. Most of the recording consists of students working in groups with occasional commentary from the...
Dates:
1990s
Critic session with unidentified designer, 1990s
File — Box: Mixed pav_9, cassette: 11
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In this audio recording, which starts after the critic session is underway, an unidentified critic, who sounds like Parsons School of Design alumnus and fashion designer Albert Capraro, discusses a project to produce "light" and "breezy" clothing for an evening inspired by a place. He discusses how he travels to the Greek islands and Morocco every year. He shares an anecdote about teaching in California, possibly a reference to the Otis Institute of Art, which was once a Parsons affiliate,...
Dates:
1990s
Menswear critic session with unidentified designer, 1990s
File — Box: Mixed pav_9, cassette: 9
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This audio recording appears to be the concluding moments of a critic session in which an unidentified critic discusses a project to create a "real wardrobe," that goes from day to evening, and that is at least in part "urban." He explains why he chooses some fabrics over others in his professional practice. This appears to be a menswear direction.
Dates:
1990s