Research Project for Art History Students on Cultural Aspects of Using Anamorphic Lenses in Photography and Cinema

Date: 12.01.2025

Call for Applications: Research Project for Art History Students

Research Topic:
Cultural Aspects of Using Anamorphic Lenses in Photography and Cinema

Project Overview:
Studio Teimur Bek Safiuli is seeking a motivated art history student (BA/MA level) to carry out a research project exploring the cultural and artistic significance of anamorphic lenses. The study should examine the historical, aesthetic, and technical dimensions of anamorphic lenses and their impact on photography and cinema. The project is ideal for students interested in photography, cinema history, and the intersection of art and technology.

Here are some resources to help you get an understanding of the research topic:

• Wikipedia Article on Anamorphic Format: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anamorphic_format
• RED Article: “Understanding Anamorphic Lenses”: www.red.com/red-101/anamorphic-lenses
• YouTube Introduction to Anamorphic Lenses: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncyktWCxQMs
• Flickr Group with Anamorphic Photography Examples: www.flickr.com/groups/anamorphicphotography/
• DPReview Article: “How Does Anamorphic Photography Work?” www.dpreview.com/articles/2155009744/how-does-anamorphic-photography-work
  

Key Areas of Research:

• The historical significance of anamorphic lenses in cinema and photography.
• The use of anamorphic lenses in artistic and documentary photography.
• Critical analysis of scholarly perspectives on anamorphic photography as an artistic technique.
• Applications of anamorphic lenses in video art.
• The evolution of widescreen formats (16:9 and beyond) in photography.
• Widescreen photography as tableau vivant.
  

Requirements:

• All findings must be well‐documented and include references, with a preference for primary sources.
• Research materials may be in any language, but the final report should be written in English or German.
• Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in the history of photography and cinema, with the ability to critically analyze artistic and technical aspects.
  

Honorarium:
The honorarium will be discussed based on the scope and quality of the proposed research. Please contact us to negotiate details.

How to Apply:
Submit your application, including:

• A brief introduction about yourself.
• A summary of your academic background and any relevant experience.
• Send your application to: studio (at) teimur‐bek‐safiuli (dot) com
  

We look forward to hearing from enrolled students eager to contribute to this research opportunity.