You have to be in love with your story ... It's the love of the light; the time of day; of watching the moment unravel.

When you're shy, a camera becomes an entry into life. It was a kind of shield I could hide my shyness behind, and it allowed me to become an active observer rather than a passive one.

The emphasis in doing any in-depth photography is on building relationships, quality relationships. It's what I call thirty-cups-of-coffee-a-frame photography. You need to enter into the community - not just photographically, but intellectually and emotionally.

Complaining is good for you as long as you're not complaining to the person you're complaining about.

Never tell anyone that you're writing a book, going on a diet, exercising, taking a course, or quitting smoking. They'll encourage you to death.

You don't have to die in order to make a living!

The most profound statements are often said in silence.