Yesterday we looked at some photos that broke new ground in space, today we’re looking at images that forged a new frontier in photography.

Black Star Rising goes through the progression of the some of the world’s first images, color images, underwater images and more. You’d be suprised with how early some innovations were made. Such as the first “camera”.

5th Century B.C. — First Known Use of the Camera Obscura (Darkroom)The first known use of the darkroom dates back to the 5th century B.C. and is attributable to the Chinese philosopher Mo-Ti. The construction and use of the darkroom is similar to pinhole cameras of yesteryear. “Camera obscura” is also the term from which the word “camera” is derived.Note: The word “photography” is derived from the Greek words “photos” (light) and “graphein” (to draw) — i.e., to draw with light.

You can see the other nine photography innovations here. It’s a nice trip through history.

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