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Ansel Adams

Not everybody trusts paintings but people believe photographs.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Ansel Adams is pointing out that paintings are often seen as interpretations or creations of the artist’s imagination, so viewers may doubt their accuracy. In contrast, photographs are usually accepted as direct captures of reality, making people more likely to believe what they see in them.

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