Know - how is worthless unless guided by know - why and know - when.

Every successful photograph, except for lucky shots, begins with an idea and a plan. The more precisely a photographer knows what it is he wishes to do, the better the chances are that he will do it.

Realism and superrealism are what I'm after. This world is full of things the eye doesn't see. The camera can see more, and often 10 times better.

Experience has shown that the more fascinating the subject, the less observant the photographer.

Know - how is worthless unless guided by know - why and know - when.

No one can do inspired work without genuine interest in his subject and understanding of its characteristics.

Photographers - idiots, of which there are so many - say, "Oh, if only I had a Nikon or a Leica, I could make great photographs." That's the dumbest thing I ever heard in my life. It's nothing but a matter of seeing, and thinking, and interest.