Werner Bischof quotes

Werner Bischof quotes

last updated: November 28, 2023

“I felt compelled to venture forth and explore the true face of the world. Leading a satisfying life of plenty had blinded many of us to the immense hardships beyond our borders.”
-- Werner Bischof

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“I am powerless against the great magazines - I am an artist, and I will always be that.”
-- Werner Bischof

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“In the long run I don't think anyone can overlook these images of hunger, that people can ignore all my pictures - no, definitely not. And even if only a vague impression remains, in time this will create a basis that will help people distinguish between what is good and what is objectionable.”
-- Werner Bischof

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“I believe it is one of our biggest tasks - the task of our life - to do everything possible to counter poverty and to build a freedom-loving future.”
-- Werner Bischof

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“Aggressive Christianity is the world's greatest need.”
“First Conjuration Addressed to Emperor Lucifer. Emperor Lucifer, Master and Prince of Rebellious Spirits, I adjure thee to leave thine abode, in what-ever quarter of the world it may be situated and come hither to communicate with me.”
“Very few people changed the world by sitting on their couch.”
“I am inclined to attach some importance to the new system of manufacturing; and venture to throw it out with the hope of its receiving a full discussion among those who are most interestedin the subject.”

Source : Charles Babbage (1841). “On the Economy of Machinery and Manufactures”, p.8
“If you never venture outside the box, you will probably not be creative. But if you never get inside the box, you will certainly be stupid.”

Source : Christopher Peterson (2012). “Pursuing the Good Life: 100 Reflections on Positive Psychology”, p.277, Oxford University Press
“For church planters, the motivation is not about the romantic or heroic venture ... it is because you realize you can't not plant one.”
“People saw me as just a singer - yeah, a pretty face who could sing - and not more than that,”
“What are you gonna do for a face when the baboon wants his ***** back?”
“If I were you I would face my clothes, to make sure that no one runs off with them!”
“It looks better when you do your own stunts, because seeing somebody's face when they're doing them is fun for the audience.”

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