Clio's Other Photographic Literature: Searching the Historical Journal Literature Using America: History and Life to Explore the History of Photography

Although the history of photography generally is found within the discipline of art history and is studied by art historians, it occupies a conflicted position within art history. This article attempts to frame the increasing importance of looking to scholarship appearing in other venues, specifically historical studies. After searching the journal literature indexed in America: History and Life for the years 1961-2010, the authors share observations in the areas of subject content, disciplinary orientation, and journal coverage. Findings include an emphasis on the tremendous publication growth since the 1980s and a high visibility of photography in specialized history-oriented journals.