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“I am a passionate lover of the snapshot, because of all photographic images it comes closest to truth.”

Quote by Lisette Model

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Work

Lisette Model is celebrated for her influential contributions to photography, particularly her portrayal of the complexities and contradictions of modern urban existence. This book presents a selection of her iconic black and white photographs, capturing the raw and unfiltered aspects of city life, often with a focus on the human figure in its environment. more

Author

Lisette Model, born on November 10, 1901 in Germany and died on March 30, 1983 in the United States, was a renowned photographer. Her works are known for their unique perspective and profound themes, which have had a profound impact on 20th-century photographic art. more

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“New images surround us everywhere. They are invisible only because of sterile routine convention and fear. To find these images is to dare to see, to be aware of what there is and how it is. The photographer not only gets information, he gives information about life.”

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“The snapshot has no pretense or ambition. Innocence is the quintessence of the snapshot. I wish to distinguish between innocence and ignorance. Innocence is one of the highest forms of being and ignorance is one of the lowest.”

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“Photography starts with the projection of the photographer, his understanding of life and himself into the picture.”

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“I just picked up a camera without any kind of ambition to be good or bad. And especially without any ambition to make a living... My whole freedom working in photography comes because I say to myself, Let's see what is going on in this world. Let's find out. How do these people look?”

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“Images at their passionate and truthful best are as powerful as words can ever be. If they alone cannot bring change, they can at least provide and understanding mirror of man's actions, thereby sharpening human awareness and awakening conscience.”

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“I have always felt that my work is religious, not sacrilegious. I would say that there are many individuals in the Church who appreciate it and who do not have a problem with it. The best place for Piss Christ is in a church.”

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“There's nothing wrong with provocative art work: I even look forward to the day when I can take pictures which will disturb even me.”

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“I was obliged to be industrious. Whoever is equally industrious will succeed equally well.”

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“You will soon find that I am a bit obsessive about my work. And that is a little sad, one often feels strangely restricted, not finding time to simmer, although one actually has many interests.”

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“I say things, but I say them indirectly. At the same time, I try to make my images as direct as possible.”

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