My personal interest in ordinary people is unlimited, but I am fascinated by the challenge of portraying true greatness adequately with my camera.
Yousuf KarshThe trouble with photographing beautiful women is that you never get into the dark room until after they've gone.
Yousuf KarshLook and think before opening the shutter. The heart and mind are the true lens of the camera.
Yousuf KarshI try to photograph people's spirits and thoughts. As to the soul-taking by the photographer, I don't feel I take away, but rather that the sitter and I give to each other. It becomes an act of mutual participation.
Yousuf Karsh