Practices of Looking: An Introduction to Visual Culture
Practices of Looking: An Introduction to Visual Culture, written by Marita Sturken and Lisa Cartwright, provides a comprehensive bridge between visual, communication, media, and cultural studies. This third edition investigates how images and the act of looking generate meaning within various spheres of everyday life. It offers an in-depth analysis of the contemporary visual landscape, exploring the rapid global circulation of media, the rise of design and DIY cultures, and the impact of digital media art and activism. The text also addresses the evolving challenges facing photojournalism and traditional news media.
Challenging yet accessible, this work is designed for interdisciplinary study, offering critical tools for understanding how visual culture shapes our world. This edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect modern shifts in media consumption and visual communication, making it an essential resource for navigating the complexities of visual representation.
Book Specifications
- Title: Practices of Looking: An Introduction to Visual Culture
- Author: Marita Sturken, Lisa Cartwright
- Edition: 3rd Edition
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication Date: July 17, 2017
- ISBN-10: 9780190265717
- ISBN-13: 978-0190265717