Thomas Wedgwood

English photographer and pioneer of photography

Thomas Wedgwood - English photographer and pioneer of photography
Born

May 14th, 1771
253 years ago

Died

1805
220 years ago — 34 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

England

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Contributed to early photographic processes and techniques. Experimented with the use of light-sensitive materials, leading to the creation of the first known photographs. His work laid the groundwork for the development of photography as a medium. Collaborated with notable scientists of the time, including Sir Humphry Davy. Despite not achieving commercial success, the innovations significantly influenced future developments in photography.

Created the first photographic images on paper

Developed photogenic drawings using silver nitrate

Pioneered techniques using light-sensitive materials

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