FAQ About Henri Cartier-Bresson
Why did Cartier-Bresson avoid cropping his photographs?
Henri Cartier-Bresson was a firm believer in the integrity of the moment captured by the original frame, preferring to see his photographs as complete compositions. He avoided cropping as he felt it would alter the true essence and artistic intent of the image. This commitment to in-camera composition reflects his meticulous attention to detail and his desire to preserve the authenticity and spontaneity of the decisive moment.
