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There is one thing the photograph must contain, the humanity of the moment. This kind of photography is realism.
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"There is one thing the photograph must contain, the humanity of the moment. This kind of photography is realism. But realism is not enough - there has to be vision, and the two together can make a good photograph"

- Robert Frank

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This quote by Robert Frank speaks to the value of catching the humankind of a minute in a photograph. He suggests that realism alone is not enough to make a good photo, but that it needs to be combined with vision. This talks to the idea that a photograph ought to not just be a literal representation of a minute, but must likewise capture the feeling and sensation of the minute. It is inadequate to simply document what is occurring, but to likewise catch the essence of the moment. This is what makes a great picture, according to Frank. It is not enough to just record the truths, however to also capture the emotion and feeling of the minute. This is what makes a photo really unique and unforgettable.

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Switzerland Flag This quote is written / told by Robert Frank somewhere between November 9, 1924 and today. He/she was a famous Photographer from Switzerland. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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