Books Quote by Joe McNally
““Jay Maisel always says to bring your camera, ‘cause it’s tough to take a picture without it. Pursuant to the above aforementioned piece of the rule book, subset three, clause A, paragraph four would be…use the camera. Put it to your eye. You never know. There are lots of reasons, some of them even good, to just leave it on your shoulder or in your bag. Wrong lens. Wrong light. Aaahhh, it’s not that great, what am I gonna do with it anyway? I’ll have to put my coffee down. I’ll just delete it later, why bother? Lots of reasons not to take the dive into the eyepiece and once again try to sort out the world into an effective rectangle. It’s almost always worth it to take a look.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Photojournalism Talk, 2015
Carrying a camera is essential; despite excuses, using it captures moments and reveals truth.
In simple terms: Always have your camera ready to capture reality.
Key Takeaway
Never miss a chance to photograph.
Themes
creativity
photography
discipline
observation
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- street photography
- documentary work
- travel
- personal projects
Key Concepts
Visual storytelling
habit formation
technical skill
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents you from taking photos?
- How can you overcome technical barriers?
A Different Perspective
Equipment can be costly and intimidating for beginners.
