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I'm surprised article claims that photography and film are no longer 'racist'. Most of my photos are underexposing dark complexions. It might be to do with li
by antattack 5y ago
I'm surprised article claims that photography and film are no longer 'racist'. Most of my photos are underexposing dark complexions. It might be to do with limited dynamic range though, but still exists.
- Ma8ee 5y agoIs it dark complexions or everything dark. It might be that it is only when it is a a face you notice the lack of details.
- wizzwizz4 5y ago“Racist” is being used metaphorically. The choice of film chemistry to use will affect what sort of faces are captured well, and what sort of faces are captured poorly.
- Ma8ee 5y agoNot only the chemistry or the sensor, but also the exposure. If you want to see details in dark areas you need more light.
- rkuska 5y agoRoy DeCarava has one of the most beautifully developed prints of black people. Here is an interesting article on that subject https://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/22/magazine/a-true-picture-of-black-skin.html https://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/22/magazine/a-true-picture-o...