The photographer, even in fashion and portraiture, has to have a standpoint. It's important to know what you stand for, no? Most people just take pictures, but they stand for nothing. They follow trends and don't know why.
Peter LindberghRead
People think that it is important to learn by assisting the great photographers. I say that is a big mistake. Be happy; just learn from any little guy. Learn how to use the camera - you don't need anything else. You can't be taught the real skill anyway.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Learning can come from anyone, not just the experts; focus on practicing your skills.
Peter Lindbergh emphasizes the value of practical experience over formal mentorship from renowned experts in photography. He suggests that aspiring photographers can learn valuable skills from any person, regardless of their status, and that true artistic talent cannot simply be taught but must be cultivated through hands-on experience and individual expression.
Themes
PhotographyLearningExperienceSkillsCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
During a photography workshop, I could mention this quote to inspire participants to explore their skills with each other.
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