The only things in my life that compatibly exists with this grand universe are the creative works of the human spirit.

I've always thought photography was an art form, but it had very low appreciation in the beginning, except for some Europeans, and of course Stieglitz. Stieglitz always considered photography to be an art form and is the "father" of the creative concepts of the twentieth century.

Impression is not enough. Design, style, technique - these, too, are not enough. Art must reach further than impression or self-revelation .

You don't make a photograph just with a camera

We were in the shadow of the mountains, the light was cool and quiet and no wind was stirring. The aspen trunks were slightly greenish and the leaves were a vibrant yellow.

A photograph is not an accident - is a concept. It exists at, or before, the moment of exposure of the negative.

If you have enough craft, you've done your homework and you're practiced. You can then make the photograph you desire.