"Throughout history there was always a resistance to change. Many contemporary photographers believe that shooting film is the only true photographic medium. I do not believe there is a universal truth. Does a negative reveal more quality than a transparency? Are the inter-negatives for platinum prints less true or valid than the original negetive? All these questions bring to mind, that throughout art history classic protocol was considered more important than the impact of final image? It is my belief when a photographer makes a decision to release the shutter, the resulting image is only the truth of that specific photographer. Who is the arbiter of what is true or valid? Most of the great artists were rejected when they did not follow the accepted protocol of their time: Van Gogh, Gauguin, Picasso; I could go on and on."
Next Wednesday, Oct the 20th, get a chance to spend the evening with Melvin Sokolsky as he talks about his work and the world of photography. Held at Smashbox Studios in Culver City, this event runs from 6 - 9 pm and is free for APA members. Non-members are $25 (but you can save $5 bucks if you pre-register online) All the details are here.
Smashbox Studios
8549 Higuera St
Culver City, CA 90232-2521
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