Quote by Brooks Atkinson, Once Around the

The virtue of the camera is not the power it has to transform the photographer into an artist, but the impulse it gives him to keep on looking - and looking.

The virtue of the camera is not the power it has to transfor

Summary

This quote suggests that the true value of the camera lies not in its ability to make someone an artist, but rather in its capacity to inspire the photographer to continuously observe and scrutinize the world around them. The camera serves as a catalyst for cultivating an ever-present curiosity and appreciation for the beauty and intricacies of life. It encourages the photographer to remain attentive, always seeking to discover something new, and ultimately deepening their connection with the subject matter. In this way, the camera becomes a tool for fostering a lifelong love for observation and visual exploration.

By Brooks Atkinson, Once Around the

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