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“I've always believed a great photographer should concentrate more on depth of feeling and less on depth of field.” quote by Max Dupain
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“I've always believed a great photographer should concentrate more on depth of feeling and less on depth of field.”

Max Dupain

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Photographic Eye, 1975

A photographer should prioritize emotional depth over technical sharpness.

In simple terms: Feelings matter more than focus.

Key Takeaway

Capture emotion, not just clarity.

Themes

photography emotion artistic vision

Mood

contemplative inspirational

Type

artistic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • portrait sessions
  • documentary work
  • personal projects

Key Concepts

aesthetic human experience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you convey emotion without relying on focus?
  • What stories emerge when depth of feeling leads?
A Different Perspective

Technical perfection can’t replace genuine feeling.

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