Quote by John Berger

All photographs are there to remind us of what we forget. In this - as in other ways - they are the opposite of paintings. Paintings record what the painter remembers. Because each one of us forgets different things, a photo more than a painting may change its meaning according to who is looking at it.

All photographs are there to remind us of what we forget. In

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This quote suggests that photographs serve as reminders of things that we tend to forget. Unlike paintings, which capture the memories of the artist, photographs can carry different meanings for individuals since each person forgets different aspects of their experiences. The inherent subjectivity of photography allows for a dynamic interpretation based on the viewer's perspective. It implies that photographs have the potential to evoke personal memories and associations, making them powerful tools for triggering emotions and connections with the past.

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