Like the collector, the photographer is animated by a passion that, even when it appears to be for the present, is linked to a sense of the past.
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I don't want to express alienation. It isn't what I feel. I'm interested in various kinds of passionate engagement. All my work says be serious, be passionate, wake up.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes a desire for deep connection and engagement rather than alienation, urging passion and seriousness in one's work.
Susan Sontag's quote reflects a commitment to passionate engagement with the world, contrasting this with feelings of alienation. She encourages a serious approach to life and work, emphasizing the importance of awakening one's passion and connection, suggesting that genuine involvement is more fulfilling than disengagement.
Themes
PassionEngagementSeriousnessArtConnection
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to young creatives, this quote can inspire them to find their passion in their artistic endeavors.
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