--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: As you see something that yo want to shot…" description: "\"As you see something that yo want to shot and it's bearing down on you, it's important to start framing long before the subject gets close to you. The ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cf0/jay-maisel-7730_backgrounds_as-you-see-something-that-yo-want-to-sho_392104.jpg" --- # As you see something that yo want to shot and it's bearing… ![“As you see something that yo want to shot and it's bearing down on you, it's important to start framing long before the subject gets close to you. The light will reveal itself possibly long before you want to take the image, but you have to wait until the picture comes to you, and if you've been…” quote by Jay Maisel](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cf0/jay-maisel-7730_backgrounds_as-you-see-something-that-yo-want-to-sho_392104.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cf0/jay-maisel-7730_backgrounds_as-you-see-something-that-yo-want-to-sho_392104.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cf0/jay-maisel-7730_backgrounds_as-you-see-something-that-yo-want-to-sho_392104.jpg) > “As you see something that yo want to shot and it's bearing down on you, it's important to start framing long before the subject gets close to you. The light will reveal itself possibly long before you want to take the image, but you have to wait until the picture comes to you, and if you've been anticipating carefully when the subject will be in position, the background will have been figured out in advance.” [Jay Maisel](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/jay-maisel/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Anticipate composition and lighting before the subject appears to capture decisive moments. **In simple terms:** Plan lighting and composition ahead of time. Key Takeaway Prepare before shooting. Themes photography anticipation visual storytelling Mood analytical patient Type educational practical When to use this quote - portrait sessions - sports events - street photography - studio work Key Concepts light dynamics composition strategy Questions to Reflect On - How do you balance preparation with spontaneity? - What cues tell you the perfect moment is near? 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