photograms

A photogram is a photographic image created without a camera by placing objects directly onto light-sensitive paper or material and then exposing it to light. The areas covered by objects block the light, leaving behind shapes and textures in the final image, which appears as a negative or positive shadow. This technique allows artists and photographers to experiment with form, contrast, and composition directly through the placement of objects, resulting in intricate and often abstract images. Photograms are a blend of photography and printmaking, offering a unique, hands-on approach to image creation.