Most of the photographs I make are personal pictures and…
“Most of the photographs I make are personal pictures and never end up in print. Even the magazines I shoot for on assignment publish very few of the actual selects. Sometimes these personal pictures will end up in a book of my work. Oftentimes, however, they are simply photographs which I hope resonate, yet rarely find a publication home. I do a lot of personal work in Rio de Janeiro, and this of a parkour artist making a jump on Ipanema Beach is such a moment.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Personal photography seeks emotional resonance, even if it rarely finds commercial outlets.
In simple terms: Personal photos aim to resonate.
Key Takeaway
Create for impact, not profit.
Themes
art
personal expression
resonance
Mood
intimate
thoughtful
Type
artistic
reflective
When to use this quote
- gallery shows
- personal projects
- artist residencies
Key Concepts
visual storytelling
photography
Questions to Reflect On
- What story do you want your images to tell?
- How do you balance personal vision with market demands?
A Different Perspective
Commercial markets may overlook intimate work.