Robert Adamson Quotes

A collection of quotes by Robert Adamson.

Robert Adamson (1821-1848) was an eminent Scottish photographer and chemist who played a significant role in the development of early photographic processes. Born in St Andrews, Scotland, Adamson initially pursued a career as a chemist before devoting himself to the emerging field of photography.

In 1843, Adamson formed a partnership with renowned Scottish painter David Octavius Hill, and together they established a pioneering photographic studio in Edinburgh. This collaboration resulted in a remarkable body of work that documented the people and landscapes of Scotland during the mid-19th century.

Adamson's technical expertise and Hill's artistic sensibilities complemented each other perfectly, and their collaboration marked a pivotal point in the history of photography. Using the calotype process, which involved producing paper negatives from which multiple prints could be made, Adamson and Hill captured exquisite portraits, landscapes, and scenes of everyday life, innovatively capturing the nuances of light and shadow.

Unfortunately, Adamson's career was short-lived due to his untimely death at the age of 26. His remarkable work with Hill, often referred to as the "Hill & Adamson" partnership, had a lasting impact on the history of photography. Their collaboration demonstrated the artistic potential of photography and established them as pioneers in the field. Their photographs continue to be celebrated for their technical mastery, artistic composition, and historical significance.

Well - I started writing - probably in the early 60s and by

Well - I started writing - probably in the early 60s and by say '65-'66 I had read most of the poetry that had been published - certainly in the 20 years prior to that.

Robert Adamson

Poetry

There's one of my new poems actually - is a good example of

There's one of my new poems actually - is a good example of where my poetry has ended up. My earlier river poetry was more like a cross between Shelley and Dylan Thomas.

Robert Adamson

Poetry

Well I guess the plan was to write poetry and publish books

Well I guess the plan was to write poetry and publish books and make a living from writing poetry. That was a pretty ambitious plan I guess.

Robert Adamson

Poetry