Cost Quote by Garry Winogrand
![“[Photography is ] likewise even French impressionists. So the Sculls bought pop. It was politics, and they moved with it. And I think that could be happening, to some degree, with photography, too. It doesn't cost as much to do it, either.” quote by Garry Winogrand](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2eb/garry-winogrand-2342_cost_photography-is-likewise-even-french-impr_2802.jpg)
“[Photography is ] likewise even French impressionists. So the Sculls bought pop. It was politics, and they moved with it. And I think that could be happening, to some degree, with photography, too. It doesn't cost as much to do it, either.”
About This Quote
Photography is likened to French Impressionism, noting its political relevance, accessibility, and lower cost compared to other art forms.
In simple terms: Photography is cheap, political, and impressionistic.
Key Takeaway
Photography democratizes artistic expression.
Themes
photography
impressionism
politics
accessibility
art
Mood
observational
critical
optimistic
Type
analytical comment
artistic observation
When to use this quote
- Street photographers documenting protests
- Students using smartphones for art projects
- Community murals funded by locals
Key Concepts
democratization of art
visual rhetoric
Practical Applications
- Leverage low‑cost cameras for social documentation
- Teach visual storytelling in schools
Questions to Reflect On
- How does affordability influence artistic impact?
- In what ways can photography shape political discourse?
A Different Perspective
Equating photography with Impressionism may overlook the medium’s distinct technical and historical contexts.
![“Before, the myth of photography doesn't lie was used in order to cover up tricks. If I [make a] portrait [of] you, accommodate you, illuminate you, put make up on you or use a filter, am I not manipulating reality? The only difference is that now I can do it from the computer in the postclick…” quote by Pedro Meyer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/71a/pedro-meyer-46329_abuse_before-the-myth-of-photography-doesn-t-l_152663.jpg)
