Photo by: Max Flinterman
Conceptual photography is hard to define, as it encompasses a wide range of styles and subjects. It’s a varied genre that allows photographers to express creativity, but how do you get started with shooting conceptual work? In this article, I’ll teach you all about this genre of photography.
WHAT IS CONCEPTUAL PHOTOGRAPHY?
Conceptual photography sets out to communicate an idea or a concept. It differs hugely to a lot of photography, where a photographer captures moments as they unfold, conceptual photography starts with an idea that photographers then look for a way to illustrate.
There’s an argument as to whether conceptual photography refers to any photography that involves a concept (such as advertising photography), or photography whereby the concept is more important than the subject (a more artistic approach). But essentially, conceptual photographers