Documentaries Quote by Walker Evans
“That’s my idea of what a portrait ought to be, anonymous and documentary and a straightforward picture of mankind.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Photographic Essay, 1935
A portrait should be anonymous, documentary, and a clear representation of humanity.
In simple terms: Portraits should be honest and universal.
Create honest, universal images.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- portrait photography
- journalism
- social documentation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can anonymity convey humanity?
- What makes a portrait universally relatable?
Anonymity may limit personal connection.