Jorge Pulla González

Jorge Pulla González is an Associate Professor at the Department of Communication and Social Psychology, University of Alicante, specializing in the history and theory of photography. He is also affiliated with the Research Group in Audiovisual Communication (ICOMAV) and has coordinated the Expert Degree in Contemporary Photography at the University of Alicante.

• Doctorate in Communication (University of Alicante, 2016)
• Master's in Photography (University of Valencia, 2015)
• Diploma of Advanced Studies (DEA) in Communication (University of Alicante, 2007)
• Licenciatura in Philosophy (University of Valencia, 1997)

His research focuses on surrealism, documentary photography, and the intersection of aesthetics, philosophy, and media theory. He has explored themes such as gender representation, avant-garde influences, and the ethical dimensions of visual storytelling. Publications highlight his work on Benetton campaigns, Walter Benjamin's theories, and the surrealist movement's impact on photography.

His recent works analyze the evolution of photographic techniques, the role of surrealism in cultural critique, and the relationship between new media and advertising. Key subfields include avant-garde studies, documentary ethics, and the social functions of art.

He has coordinated the Expert Degree in Contemporary Photography at the University of Alicante, where he taught History of Photography and served as a project tutor. He has also taught specialized courses on topics like photography and mourning during the Great War.