He was famous for coining the term "the decisive moment". This is when the camera shutter opens in the exact right timing for the perfect shot. In other words, being in the right time at the right place.
This is Cartier-Bresson's famous photograph, "Behind the Gare St. Lazare"
Through studying Cartier-Bresson's work, I have tried to capture this moment through my photographs.
Here are some examples:
I wanted to capture the essence of childhood in this photograph. I saw their feet peeking through the holes and snapped the shutter to convey a message.
I saw this from across the room as this young girl was staring down the snake that most of the other children were afraid of. I was amazed by her courage.
Strike three. I wanted to show the defeat this boy felt at the end of the at-bat.
Laughter and happiness came together instantly for this girl as she enjoys a lazy summer afternoon.
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