zondag 6 oktober 2013

Stay an Amateur Lessons learned from Andre Kertesz Street Photography


10 Lessons Andre Kertesz Has Taught Me About Street Photography

by ERIC KIM on SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

Andre Kertesz is one of the greatest photographers who ever lived. He photographed extensively for over 70 years, which also makes him one of the most prolific photographers. Not only did he help pioneer the genre of street photography, he also had a strong impact on an entire generation of photographers – even including the great Henri Cartier-Bresson.
When asked about Kertesz, Henri Cartier-Bresson showed his reverence by saying: “We all owe something to Kertesz.” and even “Whatever we have done, Kertesz did first.”
Another famous photographer, Brassai, beautifully captured what made Kertesz so great as a photographer:
“André Kertész has two qualities that are essential for a great photographer: an insatiable curiosity about the world, about people, and about life, and a precise sense of form.” – Brassai
 1. Always have a camera with you
2. Follow your dreams
3. Take a higher perspective
4. Focus on geometry and form
5. Experiment with different equipment
6. Feel what you photograph
7. Be patient for the right moment
8. Stay an amateur
9. Be satisfied
10. Stay hungry


Andre Kertesz (Editions Hazan) Hardcover


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