“If I’d only known which [photographs] would be very good and liked, I wouldn’t have had to do all the thousands of others.”
Quote by Saul Leiter
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Saul Leiter
Saul Leiter (December 3, 1923 – November 26, 2013) was an American photographer and painter, known for his pioneering work in color street photography. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he studied painting before moving to New York City, where he became a key figure in mid-20th-century color photography. Leiter's work is characterized by blur, reflections, and abstract compositions, capturing poetic moments of urban life. Despite limited recognition during his lifetime, his art was rediscovered in later years, influencing contemporary photography significantly. more
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