“We rely, I think, on landscape photography to make intelligible to us what we already know.”
Quote by Robert Adams
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Beauty in photography: essays in defense of traditional values
'Beauty in Photography: Essays in Defense of Traditional Values' is a collection of essays that delve into the core principles and aesthetic values that have shaped the art of photography. The book examines how traditional values continue to influence and inspire photographers, offering insights into the timeless qualities that define the beauty of the medium. It is a celebration of the enduring legacy of photography and its capacity to convey the splendor of the natural world and human experience. more
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Robert Adams
Robert Adams, born on May 8, 1937, is an American photographer known for his profound depiction of the urban and rural landscapes of the American Midwest. His work focuses on the impact of human activity on the natural environment. more
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Source: Selected Essays of John Berger
“At first glance a photograph can inform us. At second glance it can reach us.”
“The camera points both ways. In expressing the subject you also express yourself.”
“This then: to photograph a rock, have it look like a rock, but be more than a rock.”
Source: The daybooks of Edward Weston