Quote by David Bailey

All pictures are unnatural. All pictures are sad because they're about dead people. Paintings you don't think of in a special time or with a specific event. With photos I always think I'm looking at something dead.

All pictures are unnatural. All pictures are sad because the

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This quote expresses the perspective that all photographs are inherently artificial and evoke a sense of sadness. The statement argues that photographs capture moments that are bygone, reminiscent of the past and associated with mortality. In contrast, paintings are seen as devoid of such temporal qualities, allowing for a more timeless experience unrelated to specific occasions. The quote suggests that photographs inherently carry a notion of lifelessness, while paintings offer a more versatile and detached view.

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By David Bailey

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