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“In New York’s Times Square a white-clad girl clutches her purse and skirt as an uninhibited sailor plants his lips squarely on hers.”

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Alfred Eisenstaedt

Alfred Eisenstaedt, born on December 6, 1898 in Germany and died on August 24, 1995 in the United States, was one of the most renowned photographers of the 20th century. Known for his work with Life magazine, Eisenstaedt was celebrated for his ability to capture historic moments. His most famous photograph, 'The Kiss of Victory,' taken on August 24, 1945 in New York's Times Square, became a symbol of the end of World War II. more

“Up to and including the moment of exposure, the photographer is working in an undeniably subjective way. By his choice of technical approach, by the selection of the subject matterand by his decision as to the exact cinematic instant of exposure, he is blending the variables of interpretation into an emotional whole.”

Way Whole Moments Choices Decision Subjects Emotional Approach Photographer Including Instant Interpretation Selection Subjective Exposure Variables Cinematic

Author:W. Eugene Smith

“The journalistic photographer can have no other than a personal approach; and it is impossible for him to be completely objective. Honest—yes. Objective—no.”

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Author:W. Eugene Smith

“I didn’t write the rules. Why would I follow them?”

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Author:W. Eugene Smith

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