It is very hard to say where you're going until you get…
“It is very hard to say where you're going until you get there. That kind of thing is based very much on instinct. As a photographer, one of the most important lessons I have learnt is that you have to learn to listen to and trust your own instinct. It has helped to guide me - this far at least.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Instinct guides photographers before rational plans form; trusting it leads to authentic work.
In simple terms: Instinct helps photographers before you know where
Key Takeaway
go.
Themes
Trust your creative instincts.
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- intuition
- visual storytelling
Key Concepts
instinct
creativity
photography
guidance
Practical Applications
- photojournalism
- travel
- portrait sessions
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance instinct with technical planning?
- When has instinct misled you?
A Different Perspective
Instinct may lead to risky choices.