Gillen, Deirdre.

The aesthetics and politics of conflict photography. [Extended Essay] / Deirdre Gillen. - Limerick : Limerick Institute of Technology/Limerick School of Art and Design ; 2016 - 30p. : ill (some col) . : 30cm

Thesis submitted for B.A. (Hons) in Painting (Fine Art) 2016

Includes bibliographical references.

In an era where photography has become an integral part of our lives, it is crucial to consider it s moral and political importance. The Camera is a powerful tool and photojournalists constantly use this tool to capture moments in time. These images help to tell the story of the subjects and land they are depicting. This essay explores the relationship between the aesthetics and politics of the work of some photojournalists and art photographers working in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. [Abstract]


McQueen, Alexander, 1969-2010.


War victims--Congo (Democratic Republic)
War photography.
Photojournalism.
Painting theses
Extended essays--Painting.
Theses--LSAD--Clare Street


Congo (Democratic Republic)--War conditions--20th century.

Thesis Painting 04/16