Always Quote by Mary Ellen Mark
“I don't like gimmicky pictures; I've always hated them. I like pictures that are very clear and clean, whether you're a great street photographer - somebody like Friedlander or Winogrand or Cartier-Bresson - or whether you're a portraitist, like Irving Penn.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Portraits of Photographers, 1998
The photographer prefers clear, clean images over gimmicky ones, valuing timeless composition regardless of genre.
In simple terms: Clear images are valued over flashy tricks.
Key Takeaway
Focus on clarity and composition in photography.
Themes
photography
clarity
artistic integrity
Mood
thoughtful
inspired
Type
artistic
educational
When to use this quote
- street photography
- portrait sessions
- exhibition curation
- art education
Key Concepts
visual simplicity
timelessness
genre independence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does simplicity affect emotional impact?
- When is experimentation appropriate?
A Different Perspective
Some audiences may find pure clarity less engaging.
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