You have to have some psychological insight, you have to know the people and you must work in a way that’s acceptable to them. There you must smile —… - Henri Cartier-Bresson

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You have to have some psychological insight, you have to know the people and you must work in a way that’s acceptable to them. There you must smile — never laugh, because that’s considered making fun. Smile, take your time, and never come bursting in with your own personality. You have to lie low. Of course you can push and perhaps raise your voice a notch, but like a sensitive emulsion, a sensitive plate. Approach gently, tenderly, and never intrude, never push. Otherwise, if you use your elbows, it will work against you. Above all, be human!

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About Henri Cartier-Bresson

Henri Cartier-Bresson (22 August 1908 – 3 August 2004) was a French humanist photographer considered a master of candid photography, and an early user of 35 mm film. He pioneered the genre of street photography, and viewed photography as capturing a decisive moment. He was one of the founding members of Magnum Photos in 1947.

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Pen Names: Bresson, Henri Cartier Bresson, Henri Cartier- Cartier Bresson, Henri
Alternative Names: Henri Cartier Bresson Henry Cartier-Bresson Bresson
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