Original Source
This is not simply a matter of how much time a photographer spends with his subjects, though that may help; it is, rather, one of existential intent. Capa, McCullin, Salgado, even the bang-bang boys: All sought, first and foremost, to understand the social reality that presented itself to them and to convey that reality to others. Out of this--whether slowly or quickly--photographs worth looking at might (though do not necessarily) emerge. Kogan, in contrast, wanted only to produce a series of objects--ones that would, preferably, freak you out, blow your mind and make her famous. Transfixed by the sensational images in her head, she could not see actual people and events. It's not that she lacked conscience, just that unrelenting self-absorption occluded her vision.
My Paraphrase
There is a clarification of what the intent of the photographer actually is. Several photographers are mentioned, and an opinion stated about their possible motives on the job. Another photographer's motives are contrasted with theirs, with a mention of her self-preoccupation. She's characterized as delusional and an unreliable source of information.
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