
Photography Literally Means Drawing With Light
The word comes from Greek words for light and drawing or writing. A photograph is made when light from objects is recorded during a timed exposure.Visual Arts: Why Photography Is 'Drawing With Light'

A Camera Traps a Moment
Light patterns reflected or emitted from objects are captured on a sensitive surface or storage chip. That can happen through mechanical shutters or electronically timed exposure.Visual Arts: Why Photography Is 'Drawing With Light'