INTRODUCTION Photography in the Iberian context (original) (raw)

This special issue of Photographies explores contemporary photographic practices in the Iberian Peninsula, focusing on their ability to reflect, document, and shape the region's geopolitical and cultural landscape. Featuring eight articles that examine both Spanish and Portuguese photography, it addresses critical historical and contemporary issues, demonstrating the complexities of identity shaped by a shared colonial past, national distinctiveness, and recent socio-political challenges, including economic crises and rising populism. The issue emphasizes the evolving role of photography in responding to these dynamics, incorporating diverse methodologies and artistic strategies.