Which am I first, photographer or artist? If all photographic technology were to disappear from the world, I will still seek ways of expressing myself creatively, and can find happiness in other forms of art. If all human interest in art were to disappear, I will likely seek a different profession and spend the rest [...]
The highest form of flattery for a working artist is not mimicry; it’s purchasing their work.
Those who can do, do. Those who can teach, teach. Those who can’t do and can’t teach should learn. Those who can’t do, can’t teach, and won’t learn, have no business criticizing others.
The best of art is that which leaves the viewer better off for having seen it. By “better off,” I don’t necessarily mean happy or gratified; some of the best art I know is grim in appearance yet, the sight of it can bring profound realizations that positively impact one’s course of thinking and action. [...]
The field of fine-art landscape photography is, regrettably, one of too many experts and not enough practitioners.
Hard work, albeit admirable, is a poor substitute for creative laziness.
If you can understand the difference between appreciating a lovingly restored classic car vs. the latest luxury model to grace the showroom floor, you also understand the difference between appreciating photography practiced as expressive art vs. photography practiced for the sake of photography.
Photographs are the products of machines and techniques. Images are the products of creative minds. I no longer have much interest in photographs.
The greater challenge to achievement is not so much in finding the courage to stand up to the naysayers but, rather, the tenacity to proceed despite your own doubts.
You don’t need ten tips to become a great photographer. I will give you one, though: nobody ever becomes “great” at anything by reading tip lists. Nurture your passion, embrace your creativity, be true to yourself, dare to take risks, work yourself ragged, and maybe, in time, greatness will follow.
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