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Photography is an art form

I would like to thank con for starting this debate. I do believe that photography is an art form, and am interested in hearing the case against this. That said, since it was said that the "definitions are open to discussion and change", I would prefer to use dictionary definitions. I hope this doesn't turn into an argument over semantics. To be thorough, I'll lay down a few definitions I believe are relevant. All definitions pulled from " http://www.merriam-webster.com... " ~~~~ Photography (noun) 1: The art or process of producing images by the action of radiant energy and especially light on a sensitive surface (as film or a CCD chip) ~~~~ Art form (noun) 1: a) form or medium of expression recognized as fine art 2: a) an unconventional form or medium in which impulses regarded as artistic may be expressed b) an undertaking or activity enhanced by a high level of skill or refinement ~~~~~ Fine Art (noun) 2: an activity requiring a fine skill ~~~~~ Fine (adj) 4: Superior in kind, quality, or appearance : excellent ~~~~ All definitions pulled from " http://www.merriam-webster.com... " ~~~~ Photography (noun) 1: The art or process of producing images by the action of radiant energy and especially light on a sensitive surface (as film or a CCD chip) ~~~~ Art form (noun) 1: a) form or medium of expression recognized as fine art 2: a) an unconventional form or medium in which impulses regarded as artistic may be expressed b) an undertaking or activity enhanced by a high level of skill or refinement ~~~~~ Fine Art (noun) 2: an activity requiring a fine skill ~~~~~ Fine (adj) 4: Superior in kind, quality, or appearance : excellent ~~~~ Art (noun) 1: Skill acquired by experience, study, or observation 2: a branch of learning 3: an occupation requiring knowledge or skill 4: a) the conscious use of skill and creative imagination especially in the production of aesthetic arts