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Quote by Ernst Haas

“Photography is a bridge between science and art. It brings to science what it needs most, the artistic sense, and to art the proof that nothing can be imagined which cannot be matched in the counterpoints of nature.”

Quote by Ernst Haas

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German photographer known for his innovative contributions to black and white photography. Haas's work had a profound impact on the photography world in the mid-20th century, characterized by strong contrasts and geometric compositions. more

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