FAQ About Henri Cartier-Bresson
Why did Henri Cartier-Bresson become a photographer?
Henri Cartier-Bresson transitioned to photography after being inspired by a photograph by Hungarian photojournalist Martin Munkácsi. captivated by the medium's ability to capture life spontaneously and truthfully. While initially interested in painting, photography's immediacy and potential for narrative expression led him to embrace it as a career. This decision allowed him to explore the world with a unique perspective, making photography his means of capturing and influencing modern history through art.
