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“You sort of have to be always aware, even when you're not thinking of shooting. That's when the best stuff happens.” quote by Jay Maisel — Download Open image

“You sort of have to be always aware, even when you're not thinking of shooting. That's when the best stuff happens.”

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If you are out there shooting, things will happen for you. If you're not out there, you'll only hear about it.

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The best camera is the one you have with you.

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If you're not your own severest critic, you are your own worst enemy.

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Always shoot it now. It won't be the same when you go back.

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I don't see light as something that falls, but as a positive force.

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