There is a genre of photography known as “humanitarian photojournalism.” It seems a laudable practice and most of the photographers who do it are dedicated to the causes and organizations they photograph for. However, it is also a commercial practice, and where money changes hands expectations and obligations are present and they will shade the [...]
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The Humanitarian Photographer
June 12th, 2010 · 2 Comments · Art, Design and Communication, Editorial, photography, Politics and Social Issues
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Photojournalism: Truth & Titillation
May 9th, 2010 · No Comments · Design and Communication, Editorial, media, photography, Politics and Social Issues
Photography of the effects and carnage of war, natural disaster and criminal behavior began with the invention of photography itself. Then as now the commonly given explanation for photographing the hideous, heinous and horrible was that, “showing the public such things may prevent them from happening again.” After more than 150 years of photography—of millions [...]
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Photojournalism is Nearly Dead
January 25th, 2009 · 6 Comments · Images, Uncategorized
Like most photographers, I have made the transition from film to digital—at first grudgingly—but now I accept the inevitability and embrace the new creative opportunities it brings. However, I lament some of the changes. Since a digital image file is comprised of code, it is infinitely alterable. Using programs like Photoshop, the photographer can adjust [...]
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