There is only you and your camera. The limitations in your photography are in yourself, for what we see is what we are.
Ernst HaasRead
Bored with obvious reality, I find my fascination in transforming it into a subjective point of view.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a desire to look beyond the surface of reality and perceive it through a personal lens.
Ernst Haas highlights the artist's journey of moving beyond the mundane aspects of reality. Instead of accepting what is presented as obvious, he suggests that one can find deeper meaning and beauty by interpreting the world subjectively, allowing for creative expression and a richer understanding of one's surroundings.
Themes
ArtSubjectiveRealityTransformationFascination
In practice
Example use cases
During an art exhibition, one could use this quote to provoke thought on the nature of artistic expression.
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