Breathe Quote by Anton Corbijn
“Grain is life, there's all this striving for perfection with digital stuff. Striving is fine, but getting there is not great. I want a sense of the human and that is what breathes life into a picture. For me, imperfection is perfection.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Photography Talk, 2015
Embracing flaws gives images authenticity, making them feel alive and human.
In simple terms: Imperfection adds life to art.
Key Takeaway
Value authenticity over technical perfection.
Themes
authenticity
imperfection
creativity
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
artistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- portrait photography
- digital editing
- artistic direction
Key Concepts
humanism
aesthetic theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does embracing imperfection affect your creative process?
- What aspects of a photo can remain technically perfect while feeling human?
A Different Perspective
Perfection can still be pursued in composition and lighting.
