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In this conversation, Margaret Soraya interviews Bill Ward about his approach to photography, specifically his use of intentional camera movement (ICM) and his connection to water. They discuss the importance of being open and generous in the photography community, as well as the role of movement in both acting and photography. Bill explains how movement is central to his photography and how intentional camera movement allows him to add his own unique touch to his images. They also explore the relationship between a photographer's personality and their photographic style, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and self-expression in photography. In this conversation, Bill Ward and Margaret Soraya discuss their experiences with underwater photography and the challenges they face with their equipment. They also explore the idea of projects and how they evolve over time. They touch on the process of exhibiting and creating books, and the importance of choosing the right images and writing to accompany the work. They emphasize the need to keep photography interesting and fresh by constantly exploring new subjects and techniques.

Takeaways

• Being open and generous in the photography community can lead to a more collaborative and supportive environment.
• Movement is central to Bill Ward's photography, and intentional camera movement allows him to add his own unique touch to his images.
• A photographer's personality and personal experiences can influence their photographic style and subject matter.
• Authenticity and self-expression are important in photography, and photographers should strive to create work that resonates with their own passions and interests. Underwater photography can be challenging due to equipment issues, such as aligning the camera correctly in the housing.
• Projects in photography are ongoing and can evolve over time, allowing for exploration and growth.
• Exhibiting and creating books are valuable ways to showcase and present photographic work.
• Choosing the right images and writing is crucial when putting together an exhibition or book.
• It's important to keep photography interesting by constantly exploring new subjects and techniques.

Sound Bites

• "There's a temptation to be territorial, but as you say, being open and generous is important."
• "Intentional camera movement is about adding your physicality to the photographs."
• "Movement is absolutely central to what I really like doing in terms of photography."
• "It's the going back and back and back that's the thing... that's where the good stuff comes from."

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