Quote by Ansel Adams

Not everybody trusts paintings but people believe photographs.

Not everybody trusts paintings but people believe photograph

Summary

This quote suggests that photographs have a greater level of credibility and trustworthiness compared to paintings. While some individuals may have reservations about the accuracy or subjective interpretation of paintings, photographs are often perceived as more reliable representations of reality. This could be due to the belief that photographs capture actual moments in time, while paintings involve an artist's interpretation and creative expression. Therefore, photographs are generally considered more trustworthy and believable by people.

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