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The topic is complex - but, as the lively discussion showed, it is inspiring and broadens horizons if you are prepared to listen to and reflect on the experiences of others.
The guests at strates in Lausanne on 3 October were the sociologist Cornelia Hummel, whose scientific tool is photography, the artist Virginie Rebetez, whose photographic works deal with the theme of presence/absence and who, in her many years of work, places herself in the vicinity of ethically challenging situations. Then there is Klaus Petrus, a photojournalist who often researches poverty and migration. What at first glance appears to be a disparate selection proved to be highly fruitful in the course of the entire two-hour discussion, during which the guests first explained their work and examples.
From then on, a discussion characterised by great commitment on the part of all guests unfolded under the guidance of moderator Lydia Gabor, which the audience followed with great interest. Neuralgic points of ‘photography’ were highlighted, for example a pronounced surplus of stereotypical images, also produced by ‘the media’. Counteracting such mechanisms is easier said than done. The extent to which traditional, time-honoured image traditions are followed needs to be examined more closely. Just like the many other questions that the evening was able to highlight and to which there are certainly no quick answers. However, the discussion in the strates showed that the (long) path to these answers can be a really interesting one.
If you were unable to attend, you can find the link to listen here.