Edward S. Curtis Quotes

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The passing of every old man or woman means the passing of some tradition, some knowledge of sacred rites possessed by no other...consequently the information that is to be gathered, for the benefit of future generations, respecting the mode of life of one of the great races of mankind, must be collected at once or the opportunity will be lost for all time.

Edward S. Curtis

While primarily a photographer, I do not see or think photographically; hence the story of Indian life will not be told in microscopic detail, but rather will be presented as a broad and luminous picture.

Edward S. Curtis

To the oft-asked question, What camera or lens do you use? I can only reply I couldn't tell to save my soul - it is enough for me to know that I have something that will make pictures and that it is in working order.

Edward S. Curtis

For every negative that is a disappointment, there is one that is a joy.

Edward S. Curtis

Edward S. Curtis

Edward S. Curtis

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Born: February 16, 1868

Died: October 19, 1952 (aged 84)

Bio: Edward Sheriff Curtis was an American photographer and ethnologist whose work focused on the American West and on Native American peoples.

Known for:

The North American Indian (1907)
The vanishing race
Portraits from North American Indian life
The master prints
Edward Sheriff Curtis

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