Sadakichi Hartmann - There is no art which affords less opportunity to execute expression than p

There is no art which affords less opportunity to execute expression than photography. Everything is concentrated in a few seconds, when after perhaps an hours seeking, waiting, and hesitation, the photographer sees the realization of his inward vision, and in that moment he has one advantage over most arts - his medium is swift enough to record his momentary inspiration.

- Sadakichi Hartmann

source: "The Valiant Knights of Daguerre: Selected Critical Essays on Photography and Profiles of Photographic Pioneers".

topic: Photography, Art, Inspiration, Momentary