The photograph as an object: Why print remains central to photographic education
We take more photographs than ever before, but spend less time truly looking at them. In a digitally-led world, printing can feel unnecessary, when the exact opposite is true - it remains one of the fastest and most effective ways to improve as a photographer. Birmingham City University runs one of the UK’s leading photography degrees, and here its course director reveals how pivotal printing is to confidence, critical judgement, and technical skill among their students. And because learning never stops, these insights are just as relevant to photographers at any stage – from enthusiasts to established professionals.