Believe Quote by Hiroshi Sugimoto
“People have been reading photography as a true document, at the same time they are now getting suspicious. I am basically an honest person, so I let the camera capture whatever it captures whether you believe it or not is up to you; it’s not my responsibility, blame my camera, not me.”
About This Quote
The photographer sees the camera as a neutral tool that captures reality, but acknowledges that interpretation lies with the viewer, not the photographer.
In simple terms: Camera records; meaning is assigned by observers.
Key Takeaway
Accept that perception varies.
Themes
photography
truth
subjectivity
responsibility
Mood
analytical
introspective
neutral
Type
artistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- visual arts
- media
- journalism
- personal expression
Key Concepts
artistic intent
observer bias
ethical capture
documentation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide what to capture?
- What responsibility do you feel toward your subjects?
A Different Perspective
Photographer is not responsible for audience interpretation.
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