Photograph of two men sat on top of rocks

Colour 'snapshot' photograph of two men sat on top of rocks on a hill. Adox C 15 colour reversal film print.

The term ‘snapshot’ was first coined in the 1850s, to describe a camera shutter ‘snapping’. Overtime, the term took on the meaning of a quick, informal photograph - usually taken by an amateur.

In the twentieth century, as cameras and film became cheaper, the 'snapshot' became part of everyday life. Snapshot photographs are commonly taken at home, on holiday and at special events. However, a snapshot can be taken at any time for any reason, to capture and share a moment.

Details

Category:
Photographs
Collection:
Kodak Collection
Object Number:
1990-5036/17439
Materials:
paper (fibre product)
Measurements:
overall: 84 mm x 86 mm
image: 80 mm x 82 mm
type:
photograph