Conditions Quote by Frederick Sommer
“Photography is a distributive act leading to a privileged condition.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Theory of Photography, 1975
Photography distributes visual perspective, granting privileged insight to viewers.
In simple terms: Photography shares a view.
Use images to broaden perspectives.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- journalism
- education
- advertising
- social media
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a photographer choose subjects?
- What responsibilities accompany visual privilege?
Access to images can also reinforce biases.