Well, in terms of what a camera does. Again, you go back…
“Well, in terms of what a camera does. Again, you go back to that original idea that what you photograph is responsible for how it [the photograph] looks. And it's not plastic, in a way. The problem is unique in photographic terms.”
About This Quote
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The photographer’s perception shapes the image; the subject’s essence determines the photograph’s character.
In simple terms: What you see decides how the picture looks.
Focus on the subject’s truth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- portrait sessions
- documentary shoots
- art exhibitions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your mindset affect what you capture?
- Can you separate personal bias from the subject?
The photographer’s bias may distort reality.