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

Husbands dorothea lange from bajanqueena

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. 

TECHNOLOGY TIMELINE

Husbands technology from bajanqueena

Working in the Digital Age

BLOGS

A blog is a site in which a person or people can record information, voice opinions, gain information and much more. Blogs are what is used regular on a daily basis and information is constantly being updated. Many celebrities used blogs to speak on personal life, speak on issues, and respond to others as well in which it could be positive or negative. Blogs are used to speak on issues in the world or about people and the world can read these blogs which spread like wildfire which means information is spreading as well. Photojournalists use blogs to post numerous pictures and information about what they have done in there career. Regular everyday people use blogs well for personal use whether about their life, hobbies, new jobs or whatever it may be. 

In the past photojournalist had to develop there images using black and white roll film which took time for pictures to be processed and developed. After that photojournalist would then use a specific image and information needed to post an article in a newspaper. During the early years of black and white roll film and a photojournalists was writing an article he or she was the one who wrote, edited, printed and sold their papers all by themselves. By technology has changed tremendously since then and blogs has become very important in the 21st century making everyone basically a journalist. Blogs is all about posts, social views, page views, feeds and much more compared to how it was years ago. By a click of a button you can publish any information and share it with the world and it probably is harder to differentiate journalists from everyday people. Blogs are more of having conversation with the world and less of being a lecture like it was in the early 1800s when technology was not as advanced. Newspapers still are printed in black and white however color is a part of it as well and more information is included in these papers. Instead of using black and white roll film and waiting for pictures to be developed before you wrote your article, thanks to technology you can easily upload your images on the internet and share them with the world. Instead of a photojournalist taking time to use black and white roll film and develop images, write an article, gather all information as needed most are just posting on blogs and calling it a day because it is easier and convenient. 

Photo by: Superstock/Getty

Image source: http://www.guardian.co.uk/science/blog/2013/jan/11/science-on-journalism-curriculum

Technology has affected journalism in a very huge way the positive being a journalists can post all their work online (blogs) and quickly share it with the world. They can interact with readers and other journalists and have more of a conversation on blogs instead of giving information and letting readers know what is going on in the world. Newspapers has developed extremely as well and journalist just have a section or article in a newspaper, however there is still an editor, publisher and more before the information is printed in the newspaper. 

Photo by: Unknown source

Image source: http://jgold517.wordpress.com/2011/03/06/citizen-journalism/

The Art of Photojournalism

THE ART OF PHOTOJOURNALISM

Photo By: Eadweard Muybridge
Image Source: http://americanhistory.si.edu/muybridge/
Year Created: 1887
Principle 1: Is this image black and white or color
How was this principle used?:  This image of is black and white as you can see and this is because during this time color photo was not invented as of yet.  
Principle 2: What feelings does the image create?
How was this principle used?:  This image captured my attention because it is interesting to see how photographers took photos many years ago. Also, there is numerous pictures of the gentleman in the photo doing different things and different poses. It basically looks like a play by play of each move he made and what he was about to do next which is very interesting.
Principle 3: Contrast appropriate
How was this principle used?:  In each photo some areas are lighter than others and then other parts are dark and it is due to the way they took photos during this time and what they used to take photos. In each photo part of the background  is dark and a few you may say one side is extremely bright. You cannot see this person's face to clearly but by the body language looks like they are happy and on there way somewhere.

Photo By: Ben Shahn
Image source: http://www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk/ARTshahn.htm
Year Created: 1935

Principle 1: Is this image black and white or color?
How was this principle used?:  This image is clearly black and white and this was because it was photographer's choice at this point in time to use black and white photos. Also during this time color photos were pretty expensive and everyone was using black and white photos.
Principle 2: Background compliments or detracts from composition
How was this principle used?:  The background compliments the photo because it gives you a sense of where he is and what he is doing. Clearly we can see feet behind him so we know other people were there and he is sitting down on maybe a porch or some sort. 
Principle 3: What in the image helped to create that feeling?
How was this principle used?: The image grows on me because I am looking at an individual and I do not know what he is thinking and what he is doing. The more you look at the photo you think that he is looking at you and I am not to sure if it is a smirk on his face or not but it makes you keep looking.

 Photo By: Norman Jean Roy
Image Source: http://r1ma.blogspot.com/2012/08/editorial-vogue-120-stylish-singers.html
Year: 2012

Principle 1: Quality of Light
How was this principle used?:  The light at the right is pretty bright reflecting on the dark colored dresses an bringing them to light in a sense. The dress closer to the window had this dark but purple highlight at the bottom of the dress and it looks stunning. But further to the left its a bit darker and then you have a bold red dress standing out and it is amazing.
Principle 2: Keep it Simple
How was this principle used?: The background is white and simple no form of clutter at all. It is simple because there are already four big flawless dresses and each of them on there own has a bold color. It would not make sense to clutter the background with the bold dresses already it would make it look like confusion and too much going on.
Principle 3: Obvious main subject, about 1/4 to 2/3 of image area:
How was this principle used?: They are four bold images in this photo and all four are taking up the whole space. If each of them were to be separated it would still look beautiful taking up its own space. Each model have on a bold dark dress and as a whole it looks absolute stunning the concept of the picture is to attract the viewers to each dress.

Pre-Digital Photographic Technology

BLACK AND WHITE ROLL FILM

 

Image source:  http://angelicadixonphotography.com/about/

Photo By: Angelica Dixon

Based on the research of black and white roll film it was very famous many years ago and it is still relevant now but not as important as it once was. However, with technology constantly changing it seems as though black and white photos are making a serious return to the photography world. Eventually within the first years of photography roll black and white film made it possible a new kind of camera which was inexpensive, light and easy to operate. With this new kind of camera everyone had the opportunity to be a potential black and white photographer. Color in those days to develop were very expensive so black and white photos were very popular at that time. Everything that was printed or developed was in black and white because it was convenient and inexpensive. But compared to now and to show how times have changed color photos are actually cheaper than black and white photos.

However, with technology constantly changing black and white images are being used by photographers more often again. At some point, black and white images were not as popular when color images began surfacing and becoming more popular. But, you would always notice black and white photos were still being used by some photographer’s especially older photographers. However, photographers are shooting celebrities, magazines, birthdays, weddings, and many more in black and white it has resurfaced once again. In my opinion black and white photos have this very capturing unique look about them that captures the viewer.

Most of the information I have read many photographers believe that black and white roll film look smoother and more natural compared to digital photos. Another positive as well is that with film you can just delete an image and take it over like digital cameras so you get to keep the image but if you have an unhappy customer the negative is you have to throw out the whole roll of film. There are many positives to using black and white roll film compared to digital photos that we use thanks to technology. With black and white photos there is more love for the image because it takes time to develop and instead of 1000 digital photos to choose and edit you have a batch and its easier to deal with. 

 

Image source: my personal image

Photo By: Angelique Husbands

The black and white picture I have in my post looks very natural smooth and in the moment. The image looks like there is some type of story behind it and you can see the photo itself without worrying about the different colors that may be distracting. It looks like a piece of art basically.

The photo I took there are many colors going on and you can tell for sure it is not a professional photo. You are not concentrating on the art of the picture but whats going on or maybe what I have cropped and many more. It looks like he is just sitting there and not too much of a story behind it. 

 

CAN PHOTOGRAPHS CHANGE THE WORLD?

Photo By: Unknown source
Image source: http://www.russellmoore.com/2013/01/17/how-martin-luther-king-jr-overcame-christian-white-supremacy/
 
Photography plays such a huge role in society and I strong believe that photography can change the world. Photographs are used to documents so many important moments in our lives from graduation, birth, marriage, family and much more. As far as the world photographs shows celebrities, legends, wars, the positive and the negative of the world that we live in. A photograph can affect so many people in so many ways and sometimes it can affect us in such a strong manner it can cause us as a whole (world) to change hopefully for the better and for some cases maybe for the worst.
Everyday all day in our society people are constantly taking pictures of there lives and posting on facebook, instagram, myspace, twitter, and many social sites which means they are hundreds of people viewing this images and passing it around. However, some of the photographs make headline news and it caused the whole world to react and usually when the world is involved this photograph has a significant impact on everyone.  Once upon a time it was all about drawing with pencils and crayons to make photographs and painting as well but now you just post an image add some effects and that is it.
Photographs are used every single day and it is not an image anymore it affect how we view people, ourselves, others, and everything around us. One photograph can make the world change there beliefs, start wars, change laws, protest, and most positive of all bring unity among millions of people.

Photo By: Tom Strongman
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This image is a beautiful picture and I am sure it made some people smile and many can form there own conclusions from the picture. However I do not believe this picture affected the world or myself personally. But it is nice to see that despite her not having her usual smile she has made humor about it and it is a very nice photo.

Introduction to the History Of Photojournalism

Photo By: Marcus Bleasdale
Image Source: http://www.aperture.org/2012/09/shifting-sands-conflict-photojournalism-and-ethics/

 

     Photojournalism is the images and photos that we take every single day from wars, weddings, happy/sad/angry moments, and using them to tell a story in a visual perspective. Just by looking at these images it all tells a story about whatever may have been going on at that present time or to the person or people in the image. As the saying goes "a picture is worth a thousand words", and by looking at an image many can tell a story by just looking at an image. Photojournalism is all about telling a story to those who will see your images without having to write what was going on even though some may have some basic captions. 

Photo By: Tom Stoddart
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Photojournalism is all about showing an individuals way of capturing, describing and explaining to others what words often fail to do.Sometimes it is hard to speak or write what you would like to say or do but an image will show and tell so much of what you would like to say but in a visual format. It can show an individual's personal feeling from pride, happiness, pain, hurt, depression and so much more feelings.

Photo By: Amelia Phillips
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The importance of photojournalism has definitely grew and change as there years go by and it gives people information about what has or is happening in today's world. Each image that is posted tells a story and it also can summarize what was written or never written. The joys of photojournalism is that the picture tells a story of what has happened at that moment with not to much of editing and photo shopped images. In these times people can do so much with photos, add, change, edit, and do so much that it can truly change the story of what happened at the moment in time the picture was taken. But the positive aspect of photojournalism the images that are conveying this story or news or whatever it may be can spread worldwide to everyone thanks to technology.

Father & Son

Photo by: Yannis Kontos
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