Abstract

As an attorney, communication scholar, and professional photographer, I am interested in exploring the legal and ethical ramifications of digital photo and video manipulation. In an open invitational dialogue lasting an hour or so, I would like to introduce concepts for the audience to explore and comment upon. What is acceptable / ethical photo manipulation (for example selfie filters, online dating, commercial and real estate photography)? When does a photo become digital art and not pure “photography?” Should we and how do we regulate photo manipulation (considering journalism, advertising)? How do manufactured or manipulated images affect our perception of reality or truth - and alter our mythos or shared symbolism? This is a summary of an expansive topic area that I have been studying and discussing with students.

Presenters

Christy Schmidt
Professor / Owner, Communication / Management, Monmouth & Kean Universities / Inlight Arts, LLC, New Jersey, United States

Details

Presentation Type

Focused Discussion

Theme

The Form of the Image

KEYWORDS

Ethics, Manipulation, Photography, Mythos, Reality, Picture Superiority Effect, Legal, Law

Digital Media

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