I began writing when I was still in the British Foreign Service, and it was then understood that even if you wrote about butterfly collecting, you used another name.
John Le CarreRead
I understood that synergistic dance between photographer and object - 'muse,' if you will, 'model,' whatever you call us. It's that silent language of communication, like being psychic with each other.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the deep, often unspoken connection between a photographer and their subject.
Carmen Dell'Orefice highlights the unique relationship between a photographer and their muse or model, suggesting that there is an intuitive understanding and silent communication that transcends words. This synergy allows for a more profound and authentic expression of creativity in the art of photography.
Themes
PhotographyArtistMuseCommunicationCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a photography workshop to inspire participants about the relationship with their subjects.
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