Elements Quote by Constantine Manos
“Try not to take pictures which simply show what something looks like. By the way you put the elements of an image together in a frame show us something we have never seen before and will never see again.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Photography theory, 1978
Photographers should create images that reveal unseen perspectives, not merely document appearances, urging artistic composition that offers novelty.
In simple terms: Create images showing new views.
Key Takeaway
Aim for visual originality.
Themes
photography
art
creativity
perception
innovation
Mood
inspired
analytical
Type
artistic
educational
When to use this quote
- gallery exhibitions
- creative workshops
- visual journalism
- educational curricula
- art criticism
Key Concepts
visual storytelling
composition
aesthetic theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can documentary photographers stay innovative?
- What balance between truth and novelty?
A Different Perspective
The ideal may be impractical for documentary work.
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