Medical photography is an increasingly popular field. It began when cameras first came about. During the civil war photos were taken of injuries and are now preserved in Washington, DC.
Medical photography is nearly in another realm of the photography that we practice. There are portraits that need to be taken in medical photography, yet there are other various things that need to be captured. There is macro in medical photography that includes bacteria and various viruses. In addition photographs need to be taken of various organs and even rooms in the hospital.
Another aspect of medical photography is the lighting. When photographing various organs or a surgery specific lighting is needed. This requires intricate care and planning. In order to photograph a surgery or anything in a clean room all equipment and tools must be sanitized. In addition communication between the doctors, nurses, and the photographer needs to happen in order to set up lighting.
Other things that go into becoming a medical photographer include having a strong stomach and a considerable background in medical things.
Medical photography is a very interesting field to enter into. It has opened another realm of photography that is sure to be increasing and expanding as the years go on and as technology increases.
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