Untitled (men in military uniforms standing in front of airplane) 1944

Editor: This photograph by Hamblin Studio shows men in uniform standing in front of an airplane, and the texture of the photo itself feels a bit grainy. What can you tell me about it? Curator: Considering this photograph, it's vital to consider the materials. The photographic paper itself, the chemical processes involved in its development, and the potential mass production all speak to a specific time and purpose. How might this mass production influence our understanding of military imagery? Editor: That's interesting; I hadn't thought about the production side of it. It definitely feels like it was made to be distributed widely. Thank you! Curator: Absolutely, and by focusing on the materials and means of production, we can really start to unpack the layers of meaning embedded within.