Sid Farmer: Pioneer of Victorian Shutter Photography Sid Farmer (born circa 1863, died Living) stands as a singular figure in the annals of nineteenth-century photography, recognized primarily for his groundbreaking panoramic shutter photographs documenting the vibrant atmosphere of Victorian music halls. Unlike many contemporaries focused on portraiture or landscape vistas, Farmer dedicated himself to capturing fleeting moments of entertainment – specifically, the dazzling performances and bustling crowds within these popular venues—resulting in a remarkable visual record of an era defined…