Discovering Metaphor in Photography - A Search for Meaning

Art, philosophy, and science come together in Metaphor: The Universal Language of Photography.

Metaphor introduces a way to look at fine art photographs by recognizing their inherent symbolic content in order to connect with the greater idea that lies behind each one. Learn how the featured photographers used characteristic elements inherent in photography to convey their vision, and how the viewer can, in turn, unveil that meaning—revealing the extraordinary intelligence behind these images. Discover the universal nature of what is expressed, something that communicates to all people through a connection with their own experiences.

The authors offer valuable tools for appreciating the art of visual communication in fine art photographs—tools that may inspire you to look at the world in a different way. By taking the time to study an image and discover its elements, along with the underlying metaphor, you’ll realize a greater appreciation of photography and its value beyond the mere aesthetic pleasure of viewing it.