Famous quote by Ansel Adams

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To photograph truthfully and effectively is to see beneath the surfaces and record the qualities of nature and humanity
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"To photograph truthfully and effectively is to see beneath the surfaces and record the qualities of nature and humanity which live or are latent in all things"

- Ansel Adams

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This quote by Ansel Adams talks to the power of photography to capture the essence of a minute. He recommends that a professional photographer ought to look beyond the surface area of a subject and record the qualities that lie below. This might be the beauty of nature, the emotions of an individual, or the energy of a place. Adams motivates professional photographers to be conscious of the information and to capture the truth of a minute. He believes that photography can be utilized to capture the charm and feeling of a minute, and to record the reality of a scenario. By looking underneath the surface area, a professional photographer can capture the essence of a moment and develop a lasting memory.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Ansel Adams between February 20, 1902 and April 22, 1984. He/she was a famous Photographer from USA. The author also have 31 other quotes.

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