Most photographers have some kind of verbal patter going…
““Most photographers have some kind of verbal patter going on when they shoot: "Great. Turn to me. Big smile. Less shark eyes. Have fun with it. Not like that." Some photographers are compulsively effusive. "Beautiful. Amazing. Gorgeous! Ugh, so gorgeous!" they yell at shutter speed. If you are anything less than insane, you will realize this is not sincere. It's hard to take because it's more positive feedback than you've received in your entire life thrown at you in fifteen seconds. It would be like going jogging while someone rode next to you in a slow-moving car, yelling, "Yes! You are Carl Lewis! You're breaking a world record right now. Amazing! You are fast. You're going very fast, yes!””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Photographers often give exaggerated praise that feels insincere, making genuine feedback rare and overwhelming.
In simple terms: Excessive compliments feel fake and can be hard to accept.
Key Takeaway
Seek authentic, balanced feedback.
Themes
communication
authenticity
feedback
selfesteem
creativity
Mood
irated
reflective
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- photo shoots
- creative collaborations
- team meetings
- public speaking
Key Concepts
social dynamics
psychology
performance pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate sincere praise from empty flattery?
- What impact does insincere feedback have on confidence?
A Different Perspective
Overpraise can diminish trust and mask constructive criticism.