Robert Mapplethorpe quotes - page 2

Robert Mapplethorpe was an American photographer renowned for his provocative and elegant black-and-white images. His work often explored themes of sexuality, identity, and classical beauty. He became a central figure in debates about art, censorship, and freedom of expression. Here are 45 of his quotes:

The photographs that are art have to be separated from the rest - then preserved. (Robert Mapplethorpe)
The more pictures you see, the better you are as a photographer. View quote
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My father wants me to be like my brother, but I can't be. View quote
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Just because I was out at the bars all the time didn't mean I wasn't looking for someone to love. View quote
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I'm not photographing anything naked these days. I haven't been concentrating on bodies recently. View quote
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I wish I could be elegant. View quote
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I recorded that because it happened to me. I wasn't making a point. View quote
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I played around with the flowers and the lighting, so that was a good way to educate myself. View quote
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I just try to live my life and do my thing. View quote
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I just hope I can live long enough to see the fame. View quote
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I became the toast of London. A lot of people I met came from these really decadent families where the married men were gay and no one thought anything about it. (Robert Mapplethorpe)
I am selfish, but that's an attribute that all artists possess. View quote
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I'm looking for the unexpected. I'm looking for things I've never seen before. View quote
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I always thought I was good. That's why it was so frustrating when other people didn't agree. View quote
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I can't have just anybody assisting me, I need somebody who I can really communicate with. View quote
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I'm not a photojournalist. View quote
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I don't believe in dogmas and theologies. I just believe in being a good person. View quote
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The best picture I got was Bianca Jagger whispering in Mick's ear. I caught them telling a secret, which is sort of rude. View quote
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Whether it's an orgy or a cocktail party, I know how to do it. View quote
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I don't use recreational drugs, except for cocaine, hallucinogens, and nitrates. View quote
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Robert Mapplethorpe

Occupation: American Photographer
Born: November 4, 1946
Died: March 9, 1989
Quotes count: 45

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