Quotes by jay maisel


On preparing for a shoot... "Try to go out empty and let your images fill you up."

When composing a picture... "Be aware of every square millimeter of your frame."

"If you can capture the element of surprise, you're way ahead of the game."

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

"Never put lettering in your photos unless you want it read."

On air quality as it impacts composition... "I'm a New Yorker. I don't believe in air unless I can see it."Look for Gesture, that which makes a person unique or a photo come alive.

Go enjoy yourself! Photography should be enjoyable!

Always check your background.

Move around, don't be satisfied with an ordinary shot.

A pattern is interesting, an interrupted pattern is much more interesting.

At sunset, turn away from the sunset and you may see something incredible.

"If it doesn't excite you, why should it excite me?"

Go to art museums.

Always carry yr camera

When finding the right angle for a shot... "Move your ass."