"I photograph to see what things look like photographed."
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"Understanding Still Photographs" (1974)
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Garry Winogrand
Garry Winogrand (January 14, 1928 – March 19, 1984) was an American street photographer, known for his portrayal of U.S. life and its social issues, in the mid-20th century.
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