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Camera Quote by Vilem Flusser

“The act of photography is like going on a hunt in which photographer and camera merge into one indivisible function. This is a hunt for new states of things, situations never seen before, for the improbable, for information.” quote by Vilem Flusser
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“The act of photography is like going on a hunt in which photographer and camera merge into one indivisible function. This is a hunt for new states of things, situations never seen before, for the improbable, for information.”

Vilem Flusser

About This Quote

Source Book: Towards a Philosophy of Photography, 1981

Photography merges observer and tool to discover unseen realities, seeking the improbable and new information.

In simple terms: Camera and photographer become one to capture the unseen.

Key Takeaway

Use photography to explore unknown perspectives.

Themes

creativity perception exploration

Mood

curious analytical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • artistic projects
  • journalistic investigation
  • scientific imaging

Key Concepts

visual theory ontological inquiry innovation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unseen truths can photography reveal?
  • How does the photographer’s intent shape the image?
A Different Perspective

May overlook ethical concerns of intrusion.

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