Why photograph ballet or where ballet photographers come from

Andrey Stepanov

Cite: Stepanov A. Why photograph ballet or where ballet photographers come from. Journal of Digital Art & Humanities, Vol.1, Iss.1, pp. 42-59. https://doi.org/10.33847/2712-8148.1.1_5

Abstract. This paper focuses on the topic of ballet photography. An attempt was made to analyse the ratings of ballet photographers and title the most famous names. Ballet photography and possible paths for ballet photographers are discussed. In my reasoning, I took into account my example and experience. The article draws a simple and clear conclusion about who is interested in ballet photography and about the role of ballet photography in modern period.

Keywords: ballet, ballet photographer, photography.

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Published online 02.10.2020