Arses Quote by Rankin
“When you look at pornography, the women become objects, whereas what I'm trying to do is make the person in the photograph as important as their body. And obviously, I like tits and arse, because I just do. I like the sex of taking photographs.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Photographer discussion, 2015
Viewing porn reduces people to bodies; the speaker seeks to honor the whole person in images, not just physical parts.
In simple terms: Treat subjects as whole humans, not objects.
Key Takeaway
Respect subjects fully.
Themes
ethics
art
representation
humanity
objectification
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
ethical
artistic
When to use this quote
- portrait photography
- media literacy
- advertising
- educational workshops
Key Concepts
feminist critique
visual ethics
subjectivity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can photographers ensure dignity in their work?
- What practices help avoid objectification?
A Different Perspective
Balancing personal desire with ethical representation can be challenging.
