Artist: Newton S. More

Title: "Rialto Venice"

Medium: Photograph; Polaroid SX-70 photo-manipulation* printed on archival rag paper

Frame: Unframed, mounted on the mat board

Photograph Size:
Height: 11.5 inches
Width: 11.5 inches
Depth: 0 inches

Mat Board Size:
Height: 18 inches
Width: 18 inches
Depth: 0 inches

Additional Description:

"The line that some say distinguishes photography from art seems to be blurring as technological advances, especially in photography, computer programs and printing, have enabled experimentation and creativity not historically available.  It is part of a social evolution, and what qualifies as art, as a reflection of society, also grows and changes to accommodate such expression.  Thus, while always open to debate, what is and what is not art remains a highly subjective facet of our changing social environment.
Currently, my work consists of three broad techniques: Traditional and digital lensed photography, Pinhole based imaging, and Polaroid SX-70 and other color manipulations."
Newton S. More

* - The Polaroid SX-70 camera and film sadly are no longer in production, but the technique involves physical manipulation (i.e. pushing) of the surface of an image using a stylus or dental tool in such a way that the still-soft emulsion is moved about, producing a watercolor-like effect.  Scanning and computer-aided manipulation can be used to further enhance the image.  Other Polaroid techniques, such as image and emulsion transfer, have a very artsy feel, and bring yet another dimension to photography.