In the end, the only heritage we have is our planet, and I have decided to go to the most pristine places on the planet and photograph them in the most honest way I know, with my point of view, and of course it is in black and white, because it is the only thing I know how to do.
Sebastiao SalgadoWhat I want is to create a discussion about what is happening around the world and to provoke some debate with these pictures. Nothing more than this.
Sebastiao SalgadoI don't want anyone to appreciate the light or the palette of tones. I want my pictures to inform, to provoke discussion - and to raise money.
Sebastiao SalgadoOf course I will continue photography. I love photography. But when you become old, it's too much.
Sebastiao Salgado