There are dozens of young poets and fictioneers most of them a little insane in the tradition of James Joyce, who, however insane they may be, have refused to be genteel and traditional and dull.
Sinclair LewisRead
I understood that synergistic dance between photographer and object - 'muse,' if you will, 'model,' whatever you call us. It's that silent language of communication, like being psychic with each other.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the deep, often unspoken connection between a photographer and their subject.
Carmen Dell'Orefice highlights the unique relationship between a photographer and their muse or model, suggesting that there is an intuitive understanding and silent communication that transcends words. This synergy allows for a more profound and authentic expression of creativity in the art of photography.
Themes
PhotographyArtistMuseCommunicationCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a photography workshop to inspire participants about the relationship with their subjects.
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