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“…create an object that has a life of its own…”

“And if you can find out something about the laws of your own growth and vision as well as those of photography you may be able to relate the two, create an object that has a life of its own, which transcends craftsmanship. That is a long road, and because it must be your ownContinue reading ““…create an object that has a life of its own…””

Charles Harbutt, “I Don’t Take Pictures; Pictures Take Me”

One book, amongst others, that I keep close at hand is “Travelog”, by Charles Harbutt. I have no recollection of purchasing it, but I have owned my hardcover copy for over 35 years. It is one of many books that I keep returning to again and again. Harbutt was for many years a photojournalist, widelyContinue reading “Charles Harbutt, “I Don’t Take Pictures; Pictures Take Me””

Is art more truthful if it’s pretty?

Recently, a friend sent me a link to a photographer’s work that he thought was “cool”. I love him and respect him dearly, but as for photography, we come from different places. I know for him, “cool” is as deep and profound as he can get. I’m not being insulting. As he would say, “ItContinue reading “Is art more truthful if it’s pretty?”

Thoughts On “Street Gurus”

There a quite a few street gurus out there. Photographers who make a living off their blogs by posting reviews, a lot of advice, and sometimes some very definitive statements about the genre of street photography. They often make statements and long winded posts on how to stay motivated, what makes a good street photograph (complete withContinue reading “Thoughts On “Street Gurus””

I am not a voyeur.

Ok. On one hand I understand why the 35mm – 50mm focal lengths are so important to photography. They apparently allow one to see the world as the “eye” sees it. Therein, for me, lies the problem from the beginning. I have an extensive art background. I know no artist that “sees” with just oneContinue reading “I am not a voyeur.”

I don’t really care about film…

Not anymore. The idea, or should I say the memory of it, developing, printing, seems so much more romantic than it really is. I still have held on to some film cameras, just in case… Oh don’t get me wrong, the whole “zen” of being in the darkroom, music in the background, maybe a glassContinue reading “I don’t really care about film…”