Photography is the art of capturing light with a camera, usually via a digital sensor or film, to create an image. With the right camera equipment, you can even photograph wavelengths of light invisible to the human eye, including UV, infrared, and radio.
The first permanent photograph was captured in 1826 (some sources say 1827) by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce in France. It shows the roof of a building lit by the sun. You can see it reproduced below:
View from the Window at Le Gras, The First Photo Ever Taken, by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce
“View from the Window at Le Gras” by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce
We’ve come a long way since then.
Photography has come a long way in less than 200 years. Today, NASA can take high-resolution photos of distant galaxies and other remarkable sights.
Image by NASA (public domain)
The purpose of this article is to introduce the past and present worlds of photography. You will also find some important tips to help you take better photos along the way.
Awesome photograph. I can't stop myself from appreciating you