The Rhetoric of the Image: Photos That Made History the Moment They Were Captur
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🎨📸 The Rhetoric of the Image:
Photos That Made History the Moment They Were Captured 📸🎨
Join us for an enlightening Art Talk and Light Dinner, inspired by Roland Barthes’ famous essay. This event will delve into the power of photography and how certain images have transcended time, capturing pivotal moments in history and embedding themselves into our collective consciousness.
Photography has a unique ability to freeze a moment in time, allowing us to revisit and reflect on significant events.
Some photographs, due to the circumstances surrounding their capture and the profound emotions they evoke, have become iconic, instantly recognizable, and deeply significant.
In this lecture, we will explore several such images that are more than just a snapshot, discussing their historical context, the narratives they convey, and their lasting impact on society.
We will also touch upon how these photographs have sometimes fueled conspiracy theories, highlighting the complex interplay between imagery, perception, and truth.
What are the reasons behind these theories? How did they gain traction? And how do they impact public discourse and historical interpretation?
These photographs do more than document events; they evoke emotions, inspire movements, and sometimes become symbols of larger narratives.
By analyzing those images according to Barthes’ logic, we will deconstruct how these visual artifacts convey meaning beyond their immediate context and become entrenched in cultural memory.
This event is not just about the art nor is it about politics; it is about visual culture and critical thinking. I ask that attendees respect each other’s perspectives and refrain from bringing political debates into the discussion.
Who should attend? anyone interested in understanding the profound power of images and practicing critical thinking.
📅 Date: 25/7 Thursday
🕒 Time: 19:00 (gathering at 18h30)
🍽 Light dinner will be served.
📍 Location: Cedofeita (exact address announced upon registration)
💎Investment: 30 Euro (payment to be made before via MBway or arrange via Email).
📽 Don't miss this chance to see how single moments captured in photos can tell complex stories and influence history!
🔗 Register now to reserve your spot (seats are limited)
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The Rhetoric of the Image: Photos That Made History the Moment They Were Captur