The most ordinary word, when put into place, suddenly acquires brilliance. That is the brilliance with which your images must shine.

The most difficult thing for me is a portrait. You have to try and put your camera between the skin of a person and his shirt.

I have lately returned from Harpers Ferry, to which place I was suddenly called, on the 17th instant, by causes the most disturbing and destructive to the peace and safety of this State.

For all those who are afraid to shine their light, to be seen, who make themselves invisible. You are here for a reason. Move through your fear. The angels have your back.

Dragonflies are reminders that we are light and we can reflect light in powerful ways if we choose to do so.

Most people...are nothing but glimmers in the great darkness of time. But you...are no swift-burning spark. You are a torch against the night - if you dare to let yourself burn.