Ruth Bernhard
Ruth Bernhard

I understood the craft of photography when done by an artist is art.

Ruth Bernhard
Ruth Bernhard

I'm no snapshot artist. I make very careful choices always, even if I'm using a 35mm camera.

Ruth Bernhard
Ruth Bernhard

I was a very, very careful printer when I used 8-by-10 film. I probably spent more time on printing than anything else. The more the prints were appreciated, the more time I spent on them.

Ruth Bernhard
Ruth Bernhard

I always say yes to everything because I always feel that whatever comes my way, life meant for me.

Ruth Bernhard
Ruth Bernhard

Photographs speak to me, and I obey.

Ruth Bernhard
Ruth Bernhard

I feel that is more important than my work, the influence I have on my students.