John Sontag (photographic theorist)

John Sontag was a photographic theorist known for analyzing how images function within society and culture. He explored how photographs not only represent reality but also influence perceptions, beliefs, and social interactions. Sontag examined themes such as the ethical impact of viewing images, the role of photography in shaping memory, and its relationship to power and truth. His work encourages understanding photography as a complex social practice that extends beyond mere documentation, highlighting its capacity to affect individual and collective understanding of the world.