78 Quotes by Jay Maisel

I don’t see light as something that falls, but as a positive force.

There really isn’t anything that you could call ‘bad’ color. It all has to do with the amount of color you use and in what context it appears.

It’s important to realize that the images are everywhere, not just where you want or expect them to be.

The whole world is there for you. Gifts will happen, but only if you are patient with life itself, the shooting process, and your own limitations.

If you’re not shooting in the right direction, it doesn’t matter how well you’re shooting.

There is no bad light. There is spectacular light and difficult light. It’s up to you to use the light you have.

Photography is an act of love.

The more light you have in an image, the less drama you get. The details start taking over; the mystery is all gone.

First, perseverance trumps talent. Second, do what you want to do, otherwise why bother? Third, be ethical; it might rub off on others. Fourth, don’t give up.