
FAQ About Henri Cartier-Bresson

What is the 'decisive moment' in photography?
The 'decisive moment' in photography is a concept coined by Henri Cartier-Bresson that refers to capturing a fleeting scene at the precise moment it unfolds, revealing its intrinsic structure and meaning. This involves not just technical skill and timing, but also an intuitive understanding of human behavior and compositional instincts, resulting in photographs that are both artistically and emotionally compelling.