Cherish Quote by Sebastiao Salgado
“There are moments that you suffer a lot, moments you won't photograph. There are some people you like better than others. But you give, you receive, you cherish, you are there. When you are really there, you know when you see the picture later what you are seeing.”
About This Quote
Photographs capture moments of suffering and connection, revealing deeper truths when we are fully present.
In simple terms: Photos reveal hidden truths when we are present.
Key Takeaway
Be present to see deeper meaning.
Themes
photography
empathy
human experience
memory
Mood
reflective
poetic
Type
artistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- documentary work
- personal relationships
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
visual storytelling
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does presence change what we notice?
- What responsibilities do photographers have to their subjects?
A Different Perspective
Emotional moments may be too painful to capture.
![“For some unknown reason, this [antiabortion] branch of Christianity cherishes the unborn and hates the living person.” quote by Vine Deloria Jr](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/beb/vine-deloria-jr-23632_branches_for-some-unknown-reason-this-antiabortio_32756.jpg)