Edges Quote by Garry Winogrand
“Photography is about finding out what can happen in the frame. When you put four edges around some facts, you change those facts.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Photography of Garry Winogrand, 1975
Photography shapes perception; framing alters meaning and reality.
In simple terms: Framing changes meaning.
Be aware of how composition influences interpretation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- photojournalism
- portraiture
- documentary
- advertising
- social media
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does framing affect your understanding of events?
- Can you use framing responsibly?
Frames can manipulate truth, leading to bias.