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Consideration Quote by Eliot Porter

“I do not photograph for ulterior purposes. I photograph for the thing itself - for the photograph - without consideration of how it may be used.” quote by Eliot Porter
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“I do not photograph for ulterior purposes. I photograph for the thing itself - for the photograph - without consideration of how it may be used.”

Eliot Porter

About This Quote

Source Essay: "The Photograph as Art" in Aperture, 1970

He stresses photographing for its intrinsic aesthetic value, not for external purposes.

In simple terms: Photograph for the image itself, not its use.

Key Takeaway

Focus on the pure act of seeing.

Themes

photography artistic integrity intentionality

Mood

contemplative focused

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • fine art photography
  • documentary work
  • creative workshops
  • personal practice

Key Concepts

aesthetic purity process over product

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives your pure creative impulse?
  • How do you resist external expectations?
A Different Perspective

Commercial pressures can conflict with pure artistic intent.

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