Andre Kertesz
1894 - 1985
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Biography
Andre Kertesz was a Hungarian-born photographer known for his contributions to modernist photography. He began taking photographs at a young age and later moved to Paris in the 1920s, where his career flourished. Kertesz's work often focused on everyday life, capturing moments of beauty and simplicity with a distinctive style. He continued to photograph throughout his life, influencing generations of photographers with his innovative approach.
Famous Quotes (5)
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I saw that the camera could be a weapon against poverty, against racism, against all sorts of social wrongs.
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It is more important to click with people than to click the shutter.
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Seeing is not enough; you have to feel what you photograph.
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The camera is my tool. Through it I give a reason to everything around me.
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I do not document anything. I give an interpretation.