Am Quote by Martin Parr
“As we travel around Britain, I am convinced most of us cannot really appreciate what we are seeing. We take too much for granted, because it is all so familiar.”
About This Quote
Source Photography book: The Last Resort, 1986
The photographer observes that people often overlook the beauty of familiar places, taking them for granted.
In simple terms: We often miss appreciating familiar sights.
Practice mindful observation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- tourism
- photography
- local exploration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you notice hidden beauty?
- What familiar places could you explore anew?
Might ignore individual differences in perception.