FInal Project 2- Concluding Chapter

         CONCLUDING CHAPTER

Photojournalism has definitely taught me a lot after taking this class based on what I assumed it was in the beginning of this course. In my opinion, it was photographers who took pictures and wrote a story with it which seems like it was an easy job and that was it. However, as I did assignments, read articles, did research, view other blogs, and learn about photojournalism it made me open my eyes that photojournalists were more than people who just took a  picture  and wrote a story.  I can honestly understand why they say a picture says a thousand words because some of the images were so powerful without a story behind or a caption and there was so many things that could be said about it. This class took us to the route of how photojournalism begin which was before we had any of the advance technology we have today and showed us more in depth information as to how things we done in the pre-digital era. We took a historical journey when we did our timelines and it showed how technology has advanced in the photojournalism and how it affected it. We have seen numerous photos but great photographers but I have also learned that some of those photos do not always portray truth. All the photographers stood out to me whether they took pictures of fashion, war, children, and more they took amazing photos and all were motivated to take these images for whatever personal reason. However, Sally Mann stood out to me in her photos that provoked emotion and especially the images she took of children they were definitely out of the norm. Watching her videos and seeing her images you learn a bit more of her personal life and the love she has for photojournalism.

       Photo By: Sally Mann

       Image source: http://pennylifeinpics.blogspot.com/2011/06/photography-by-sally-mann.html 

 My classmates and I have had opportunities to get a better understand of the concept behind photojournalism. We each have researched different photojournalists and again more insight about the photographer and what motivates. Some of us can relate because our family motivates us, being around war veterans, nature and other things because at the end of they day they are still humans like us. For those who have grasp the concept of photojournalism I believe that when we see an article, a magazine, fashion photo, we know that there is a story behind it and there was a reason for the photo being taken. We have more of an appreciation for our digital cameras, iphones, and advance technology because the photojournalists before us did not have these luxuries. Taking a picture on a phone still does not portray the quality as if a photojournalist takes an image. The way the photo is taken, the way it looks, how the colors project, you can tell the difference between a professional doing work and someone snapping a picture. Now what is even more amazing is we all did technology timelines and we all can agree it has changed tremendously over the years. With technology so advance in the next 50 years just imagine how far technology may advance too it will be scary to see the things that are invented within the next few years. Another significant moment in photojournalism is the use of color, during the pre digital time black and white photos were the only images that were taken before color had been taken. In our modern times photographers are still taking black and white images and those are very significant in the photography world today. The black and whites images are still powerful and valued as they were years ago but of course color has made a huge impact in the photojournalism world.

Photo By: Gabor Jurina

Image source: http://www.photographyoffice.com/2012/10/follow-your-dreams-and-trust-your-instincts-fashion-photography-by-gabor-jurina/

In my opinion I have had many “Ah-ha” moments during the entire course because everything was new information from learning about wet and dry plate collodion, to what motivates a photojournalists, from black and whtie images to color and most definitely photojournalism and bias. What stands out is learning how the impact of a photo can affect an individual in a negative way and cause harm between countries. The fact with modern day technology one can easily post an image and it reaches around the world in a matter of seconds and based on the position of the individuals in the image people from there own opinions and the story took off. It is not until after the individual who was harmed in the image spoke about it and told the truth that we understood the image correctly. This happens in society all the time because people posts images constantly and without knowing the truth behind it, it causes harm because people in society develop there own stories. 

 The story and image I was referring to was about a Jewish boy who was studying abroad and was beaten severely, while he was trying to run he was helped by an Israeli policeman. However, before he had spoke about what happened an image was posted and they said he was Palestinian and the Israeli policeman had attacked him. 

 Photo by: Unknown source

Image Source: http://www.wildolive.co.uk/mediabias.htm

In conclusion, photojournalism has definitely taught me alot as to how photojournalist think and what motivated them to keep taking images and the stories behind these images. It is an experience that we may not ever understand until we experience ourselves from travelling, being in wars, seeing people suffer from hunger and starvation, a birth, a marriage and much more. We know that there images are showing us there experience through there own eyes. This whole course has given me a greater understanding from pre digital to digital age and the possibility with new invention constantly on the rise that there will be more to offer in the future. This course has also given me an opportunity to learn new things from simply writing blogs, reseraching photographs, embedding images and powerpoints, to taking my own image and posting it. Professor Nordell you have definitely open my eyes to another world that I probably would have never taken the time to research and I have an apprecitation for the technology I have now and the professional images that I have of my family I definitely will value them even more. This course has most definitely taught me everything that I see may not be the truth. 

 

Photo By: Angelique Husbands

 

Photo By: Angelique Husbands

Final Project 1- Photojournalist Profile

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What Motivates Photojournalists

 What Motivates Photojournalists??

 It was really nice to watch the videos and listen to the different videos of the photojournalists and what motivated each of them. Even though each photojournalist took photos of different areas and aspects of life in different areas of the world there was something that motivated each of them. The video of Stacy Pearsall stood out because she was a female who had that inner bravery was party of the army and a photojournalist. She was a combat photographer but eventually was injured and due to her injuries that army decided she could no long be a photographer for them. However, despite she was faced with obstacles and one chapter in her life was closing she still had the love for photography. The love she had for photography and the fight she had within her to continue despite her injuries her story and the stories of so many other veterans gave her the motivation to continue to do what she loved. She began to take photos of many veterans male and female, from each race, no matter there appearance and began taking portraits of them. It was lovely to see the faces of so many who have been in the war and also by her taking a photo of them just showed that they were still appreciated for what they have done for their country. One thing she said that stood out to me, "to never focus on the things that people tell you, you can't do but rather focus on the ones you can still accomplish"(Stacy Pearsall). 


   Sally Mann is a very unique photojournalists and based on some of the videos I have seen she is very in touch with her husband, her children and what she loves to do. Based on her video you get  a sense of what motivates her and drives her to continue to take pictures. She is known for taking large photos, and also pictures of landscapes, her kids, and dead bodies. The images she have are incredible and you can tell she sees life completely different through the lens. Basically by seeing videos and  understanding her journey through life and what she experienced you see that reflected through images. Many of her photos are in black and white and the angle and the way it was taken it just draws you into the image. Sally has a very artistic way of taking her images and at the same time making some of them look fun with lasting long memories. By listening to her kids and husband speak of her you get a sense of how much she loved what she did and the hours she put into what she loved. Part of the video she speaks about the way she was raised and that in a sense played a part in how she raised her family as well. Her father gave her, her first 6 cameras and he teach her how to take images until eventually she developed her sense of self. 

 http://vimeo.com/25115631

 Photo By: Sally Mann
Image Source: http://121clicks.com/inspirations/sally-mann-inspiration-from-masters-of-photography

 Photo By: Sally Mann
Image Source: http://121clicks.com/inspirations/sally-mann-inspiration-from-masters-of-photography




 Annie Liebovitz like many other photographers had many different reasons as to what motivated them to start taking images. Annie actually studied painting before she started taking pictures and eventually she start taking a night photography class and her love for images changed completely. Her job took off tremendously when she started working for the Rolling Stone and she eventually developed wonderful skills for photography. Annie was known for taking portraits of many celebrities since her career has started and it is also what has made her memorable currently in our times. The way she took photos of celebrities were memorable, unique, creative and much more. Annie was a photographer who like to push demands and take it over the edge and in doing so it worked and she has been successful. Annie knew what she needed to do to make the person she was working with comfortable and still able to push the limit and have a great photo.

 http://vimeo.com/19995922

Photo By: Annie Liebovitz
Image Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/pavlunka/1676003727/

Photo By: Annie Liebovitz
Image source: http://speakanddeliver.blogspot.com/2011/06/over-weekend-i-watched-annie-leibovitz.html



MY MOTIVATION MAP

Photo By: Angelique Husbands

Everyone in life are raised differently, have different morals and values, go through different experiences and simply view the world absolutely different. What motivates another individual would not motivates other or myself the same way. We see the views of life different and sometimes our inner strengths to keep going motivates us to be continue on no matter what. Annie Liebovitz motivation is completely different from mine, my child and my personal experiences are what has driven me to continue unlike Annie who had a love for painting at first. Different things motivate people because overall we are different individuals viewing the world in our own way.

Photojournalism and Bias

Photojournalism and Bias

Photo By:  Ed Clark

Image Source: http://www.thegreatleapsideways.com/?p=209

This is a beautiful image taken in a moment of history during the time that the president Franklin Roosevelt has passed away. It shows a black man who is crying uncontrollable and playing his instrument at the same time. Most probably would say he is crying because the president has passed however we may never know exactly why he is because we were not there. In the background we see others who seem to sad, distraught and clearly no one is happy, but they are not crying hysterically like the black man. Just by looking at the picture many questions would arise why is he crying so much and  everybody clearly is sad but not as sad as the guy. Also, even though he is really sad he is still playing his instrument and it makes you wonder why is he standing crying with an instrument in his had. 

Principle 1:  Subject’s Expression - The subject clearly does not looked relaxed, he seems very sad based on his facial expression and the tears on his face. You can definitely tell that something is hurting him however we can tell what is is but it seems to be affecting him in a big way. He is definitely not looking at the camera or trying to pose for the camera, he may not even know his picture has been taken. He is not posing for the picture because he is crying but what is odd he is still playing an instrument. It seems more of a bitter sweet moment because as much as he probably would like to cry he has to still play an instrument.

Principle 2:  What feelings does the image create? - This image creates feelings of sadness, hurt, sympathy because just looking at the subject you don't know why he is crying but you just feel sympathetic. It makes you want to just give him a hug and let him know all will be well because most people don't like to see others crying especially if it is not tears of joy. 

Principle 3: Is the image black & white or color?- Yes this image is black and white, during this era black and white photos were popular at this time. Even though the picture is in black and white it speaks volume. 

 Photo By: Unknown Source

 Image Source: http://www.wildolive.co.uk/mediabias.htm 

 This image shows a male who is severely wounded and a police offer with a knife in his hand and based on the image it seems as though the police officer did this to the male. This image speaks untruth after I read the actually story about this image. Many must remember a picture can create a lot of damage and portray something that is untrue. This image was sent to the press stating that an Israeli policeman severely wounded a Palestinian boy and made the press believe they Israeli policeman were attacking Palestinians. After being contacted by the victim he was actually Jewish from Chicago and he was studying abroad. He was actually attacked and beaten by Palestinians however it was the Israeli policeman that save him. He was yelling at the Palestinians to back off however by the images that were taken it made it same as though the Israeli attacked him and he was Palestinian.  This is to show how the press can create friction and tension by an image which is untrue. Just looking at a picture many can form their own opinions on what is going on in the image without actually having facts. 

Principle 1: Obvious main subject, about ¼ to 2/3 of image area. The main subjects in the picture are pretty big and we know exactly who were are looking at. It is more concentrated on the male sitting down because he is wounded and the main topic but the male standing up is also important. The main subject does not crowd the edges at it is still a decent size. It all depends on which certain subjects were taken out.. however if everything besides the two males are still there the image would still have the same impact.  

Principle 2:  Texture. The image seems smooth, a bit blurry but still clear enough to see exactly what is going. Based on the image it probably creates feelings of anger, hurt, also worry because you will start to wonder what is going? why is he bleeding? why is he on the ground?  Then you basically become inquisitive because you want to know everything in detail.

Principle 3: Quality of Light   The light seems to be flat, bland and uninteresting. Based on the image you can clearly see smoke which maybe the cause of the dull look and the time of the day that it was. Also, based on the photographer's camera can be another reason the image came out the way it did. In the article it was said it was freelancers taking images so the person could have been an amateur or the way the camera was angled. 

 Photo By: Bartek Witek
Image Source:  http://flyawaybride.com/category/special_offers/

This image of these two individuals speak truth and it shows the strong affection between these two individuals. It shows general love and affection they have for one another and you can see it coming through on there faces. This is a lovely couple who took pictures after they were engaged and it looks wonderful. Based on there faces you see love and warmth that is felt through the image. It shows general expression of what they feel inside and it shows in the image. 

 Principle 1: What in the image helped to create that feeling?  This is a quiet image that has a lasting impact and it makes you feel the love that is portraying through the image. It gives you that joy to see two people in love with one another and the joy they bring to each other. Just the smiles on there face and looking at one another says it all. 

Principle 2:  Use of lines The lines in this image are curvy, slanted, diagonals, converging all over the image but it a light way and it has this romantic affect. The lines take you towards the subject because right in the middle between the two main subjects look like a bright space without lines. The lines in the image draw you into the image and creates a beautiful effect.

Principle 3:  KEEP IT SIMPLE   The composition is simple and it is not clustered in any format. It has two main subjects and a clean clear background and even the basic lines does not make it look clustered. The 2 images and the clarity of the photo is what makes the photo simple and the black and white as well. 

The Ethics of Photojournalism

 The Ethics of Photojournalism

We live in era when photos revealing certain body parts seems to be okay within the society we live in. However, sometimes we have to ask ourselves, "how much is too revealing?" One major issue for most mothers is whether it is okay to breastfeed in public or not? Should the mother cover up or not? When should she stop breastfeeding? Many mothers who love breastfeeding would agree it should be okay to breastfeed anywhere at anytime and some mothers walk with a cloth and cover up. However, to some folks breastfeeding in public could attract the wrong attention such as perverts who are lurking around. Also, we see some mothers who are still breastfeeding toddlers which is shocking to some and some may even consider inappropriate because the child is of a certain age.
The first photo below was on the cover of Time Magazine, and the title of it was " ARE YOU MOM ENOUGH?" This was an image of a mother and her 3 year old that sent the media crazy because everyone had so many opinions of the photo of her still breastfeeding. Many people know breastfeeding is good for children because it provides great nutrients for the children and it is a good way for the mom and child to bond. During breastfeeding a mother can bond with her child and they can connect in a way no other person can. This is also an opportunity for the child to feel secure and develop that personal relationship with their mother. Some folks felt as though breastfeeding a toddler was absolutely ridiculous and it would affect the child long term because they are so attached to the mother. Others believed that it is okay to still breastfeed once the child eventually comes off the breast. Many people had there own views of what is okay and what is not because we are all opinionated individuals. The mother in the picture, Jamie Lynne Grumet alongside her 3 year old son made a statement while visiting the Today's show, "It’s not right for everybody. You need to do what’s best for your baby and your own family" she said. In my personal opinion I do agree with her, I feel as though each home is different, we were all raised differently and we all parent differently so what she does with her child should not concern anyone. But  I am sure it was hard for her to answer so many questions because we live in a world where we are constantly being judge by every single thing we do.

 

Image Source: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0512/76213.html

Photo By:  Martin Schoeller 

My ethics map

 

Photo By: Angelique Husbands 

Source: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0512/76213.html

Source: http://lightbox.time.com/2012/05/10/parenting/#1

 

Woman Photojournalist- Trials and Triumps

Trial and Triumps

Women Photojournalists- Homai Vyarawalla

Homai Vyarawalla was born to in December 1913, Vyarawalla was the daughter of a theater-director father and a mother who ironically steered her away from a career in medicine. During the era Vyarawalla lived in which she stood out mostly because she was a female and for the fact that she was a journalist. It was very rare during her era that a woman would become a photojournalists which is shocking that her mom steered her away from medicine. However, it seems her mother knew she wouldn't be happy becoming a doctor even though she probably would have been rich, and actually steered her away from becoming a doctor. Also, Homai was India's first female photojournalist and she was taking pictures during a very significant time in history when India was heading towards independence from being controlled by the British and she was taking pictures after they became independent as well.
Homai was during the era when black and white films were very popular which means she also took black and white photos especially of very significant individuals during her time and of important women in history as well. It was easy for her to take pictures of females and feel comfortable compared to her other male counterparts because she was a female herself. Vyarawalla’s black-and-white images poetically captured monumental moments in India’s history, such as the first flag raising, the departure of British Viceroy Lord Mountbatten and the funeral of Mahatma Gandhi, as well as notable dignitaries who passed through Delhi, such as Jacqueline Kennedy, President Dwight D. Eisenhower, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. Homai was always seen wearing a sari during her time even though it was okay for her to dresses, she always wore a sari and travel with her photo equipment.
Homai learned a lot about photography from her husband who eventually died and her career changed completely after he passed away. After his death slowly and surely she was not interested anymore especially for the fact things became difficult with security and times were changing as well when new photojournalists were entering. Many of them were being dishonest about there work and started crashing events just to make a profit. Eventually she stopped taking photos and was anonymous for a very long time.



source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homai_Vyarawalla

source: http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/the-woman-who-captured-history-on-camera/article2803740.ece

source: http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/india-first-female-press-photographer-homai-vyarawalla/1/168963.html

Photo By: Homai Vyarawalla

Image Source: http://universes-in-universe.org/eng/nafas/articles/2010/where_three_dreams_cross/photos/homai_vyarawalla
Year Created: 1913

Principle 1: Is the image black & white or color?
Yes the image was black and white due to the time the photo was taken. During this time this is what the photographer had to work with which means all photos during this time was in black and white. 

Principle 2: KEEP IT SIMPLE
The picture is simple and you can see each person in the photo clearly as well as what is in the background. It is simple but still captivating and looks very beautiful. It looks like a dad showing his 2 sons something that was on the ground based on them bending over and looking into the direction he has the stick in.

Principle 3: Obvious main subject, about ¼ to 2/3 of image area. 
 The main subjects in this images are the 2 little boys and the older gentleman. We can see each of the images very much clearly and if certain images were left out the photo would still look pleasant. If it were just the two boys we would assume they were playing and came across one of the images. 

Photo By: Homai Vyarwalla
Image Source : http://nypress.com/candid-humanity/

Principle 1:What feelings does the image create?
The image shoes he was happy and smiling. It also looks like sun was in his eye based on how he was squinting his eye however in this image he looks very happy.

Principle 2: Is the image black & white or color?
Yes the image was black and white due to the time the photo was taken. During this time this is what the photographer had to work with which means all photos during this time was in black and white. 
Principle 3: In or out of focus
The focus of the image looks smooth and direct. Everything is the image is sharp and we can see everything int he image very clear. It does not look out of focus at all it look very much on point. 

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