Balls Quote by Berenice Abbott
“The challenge for me has first been to see things as they are, whether a portrait, a city street, or a bouncing ball. In a word, I have tried to be objective.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Photography: A Concise History by John Szarkowski, 1974
She emphasizes the necessity of observing reality directly, without personal bias, to capture its true form.
In simple terms: See things exactly as they are.
Practice objective observation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- portraiture
- urban photography
- sports photography
- scientific imaging
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does objectivity affect artistic creativity?
- When is subjectivity more valuable?
Objectivity can limit emotional expression or personal interpretation.