World Photography Day 2024: Every year on 19 August, we celebrate World Photography Day to celebrate the art, craft, science and history of photography. The day also encourages photographers around the world to share a photograph that encapsulates their world.
What is the history of World Photography Day?
On August 19, 1839, the French government announced the invention of the daguerreotype process by Louis Daguerre, considered one of the first methods for capturing and preserving images. This announcement marked the birth of photography as a public and accessible medium.
The idea of celebrating World Photography Day as an annual celebration was proposed by the World Photography Organization in 2009 to honor this important moment in the history of photography. Since then, it has been celebrated every year on August 19.
It has become an opportunity for photographers, enthusiasts and the general public to celebrate and reflect on the impact of photography on art, culture and society. The first World Photography Day was celebrated on 19 August 2010. It was on this date that approximately 270 photographers shared their photographs in a global online gallery.
What is the theme of World Photography Day?
The theme for this year’s World Photography Day is “A Perfect Day.” It’s a call to capture photographs that challenge traditional approaches and provide new insights into everyday scenes, subjects and environments.
Importance of World Photography Day
Photography has improved over time. For many people, this has evolved from a hobby to a full-fledged career. It has grown from just a technology to a medium of expression that allows thousands of words to be expressed with a single image. All people working in the field of photography celebrate World Photography Day in an effort to raise awareness about the medium and recognize its potential.
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