Top 4 Quotes & Sayings by Werner Bischof

Explore popular quotes and sayings by a Swiss photographer Werner Bischof.

Last updated on December 22, 2024.

Werner Bischof was a Swiss photographer and photojournalist. He became a full member of Magnum Photos in 1949, the first new photographer to join its original founders. Bischof's book Japan (1954) was awarded the Prix Nadar in 1955.

Swiss - Photographer | April 26, 1916 - May 16, 1954

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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

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