Autopsy Quote by Micha Bar-Am
“Jerusalem - a divided city, where demonstrations for and against various issues occur regularly. One day, during an Orthodox demonstration against autopsies, I happened to click a few frames while a young man pushed his hamsa (spread hand) into my camera, which is seen by some as 'the evil eye.' As it happened, it was the tail end of my roll of film and the image is actually a double exposure. This taught me that in spite of your careful framing, chance occurrences create the most interesting images.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Personal memoir of photographer Micha Bar-Am, date unspecified
Unexpected elements can transform a carefully planned composition into something more compelling, revealing the value of serendipity in creative work.
In simple terms: Chance can improve planned art.
Key Takeaway
Embrace unexpected moments.
Themes
creativity
chance
photography
perception
Mood
curious
inspired
Type
observational
reflective
When to use this quote
- portrait sessions
- street photography
- documentary projects
- artistic planning
Key Concepts
serendipity
visual storytelling
intent vs. accident
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you invite serendipity without losing purpose?
- What role does chance play in your creative process?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on control may limit discovery; randomness can also disrupt intended messages.
