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“Anything shot for TV or magazines or a web article is fine for the general public, the people who weren’t there, but what I capture with my phone, that’s mine. When I look at it again later, I am looking at something that exists as a reflection of me and my experiences. When I share it with…” quote by A.D. Aliwat
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““Anything shot for TV or magazines or a web article is fine for the general public, the people who weren’t there, but what I capture with my phone, that’s mine. When I look at it again later, I am looking at something that exists as a reflection of me and my experiences. When I share it with others, I am sharing me. We are not sharing the event.””

A.D. Aliwat

About This Quote

Source Interview: Discussing personal photography, 2020

Personal photos act as mirrors of self, distinct from public images meant for others.

In simple terms: Phone pictures reflect personal experience.

Key Takeaway

Value private moments as self‑expression.

Themes

identity privacy media self‑expression

Mood

introspective thoughtful

Type

personal reflective

When to use this quote

  • social media posting
  • personal journaling
  • memory keeping

Key Concepts

reflection personal narrative digital intimacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you decide which moments to keep private?
  • What does sharing a personal photo reveal about you?
A Different Perspective

Public images may dilute personal meaning.

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