I love the idea I can go off with a single camera and a few rolls of film unencumbered... I was not interested in the illusion of reality, I wanted to get close to what was happening.

If a photographer cares about the people before the lens and is compassionate, much is given. It is the photographer, not the camera, that is the instrument.

I think if I ever get satisfied, I’ll have to stop. It’s the frustration that drives you.

I found a way of working which pleased me because I didn’t have to frighten people with heavy equipment. It was that little black box and me.

I love the idea I can go off with a single camera and a few rolls of film unencumbered... I was not interested in the illusion of reality, I wanted to get close to what was happening.

You can't make a great musician or a great photographer if the magic isn't there.

It doesn't matter if you use a box camera or you use a Leica; the important thing is what motivates you when you are photographing.