Technologies of the Self-Portrait 1st Edition

Technologies of the Self-Portrait (1st Edition) by Gabriella Giannachi invites photographers, digital artists, performance scholars and curious readers to rethink identity in the age of lenses, screens and social media. With clear-eyed analysis and vivid examples, this book explores how technologies shape the way we represent and understand ourselves.

Giannachi maps the evolution of the self-portrait from painted canvases to camera phones, probing the technical, cultural and ethical forces that inform contemporary self-representation. Readers will find thoughtful discussions on photographic practices, performance-based self-portraits, and the role of digital platforms in constructing public and private selves. Grounded in media and performance studies, the book balances theoretical insight with accessible prose, making complex ideas usable for classroom study, creative practice, and personal reflection.

Why keep this volume on your shelf? It offers rigorous scholarship that informs practical work—ideal for students, curators, visual artists, photographers and researchers seeking fresh perspectives on visual identity. The 1st Edition provides a timely resource for courses in media studies, art history and contemporary art practice, and it is equally valuable to anyone interested in how technology mediates selfhood across cultural contexts.

Available to readers in the UK, Europe, North America and online worldwide, Technologies of the Self-Portrait (1st Edition) by Gabriella Giannachi is a compelling, authoritative companion for navigating the intersections of image, personhood and technology. Purchase your copy today to deepen your understanding of the modern self and the tools that shape it.

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