“The photographer is an armed version of the solitary walker reconnoitering, stalking, cruising the urban inferno, the voyeuristic stroller who discovers the city as a landscape of voluptuous extremes. Adept of the joys of watching, connoisseur of empathy, the flâneur finds the world 'picturesque.”
This book delves into the evolution of photography, examining its origins, technological advancements, and the ways it has shaped society. It includes discussions on various photographic techniques, equipment, and the creative process, as well as the role of photography in documenting history and influencing visual culture. more
Susan Sontag was an American writer, critic, and photographer. Known for her unique literary style and profound thinking, her work spans various fields including literature, art, and politics. Born on January 16, 1933, she passed away on December 28, 2004. more
“Naught will be done to you that you doona wish done. Dageus MacKeltar”
“I wanted to take off all my clothes and never wear them again.”
“You can't produce a baby in one month by getting nine women pregnant.”
“She hated the implied familiarity when customers requested things from her by name.”
“we all suffer in our different ways from being prisoners of birth.”
“Rough diamonds may sometimes be mistaken for worthless pebbles.”
“and the sad notes floated out to the patio and hung in the trees like birds too tired to fly”