It's almost embarrassing, but I do have one trick for…
“It's almost embarrassing, but I do have one trick for taking portraits on commission. I carry one of these little bicycle horns in my pocket, and once in a while, when someone is sour-faced or stiff, I blow my horn. It sort of shatters the barriers. It's silly, but it works.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A playful horn can break tension and make subjects relax for better portraits.
In simple terms: A horn helps people feel comfortable.
Key Takeaway
Use humor to ease awkwardness.
Themes
photography
human connection
creativity
Mood
lighthearted
creative
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- studio sessions
- street portrait shoots
- client meetings
Key Concepts
social psychology
icebreakers
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you gauge when humor is appropriate?
- What other simple props could you use?
A Different Perspective
May not work with very serious subjects.