Week 4 Forum

Topic 1

1. (6.) Editing should maintain the integrity of the photographic images' content and context. Do not manipulate images or add or alter sound in any way that can mislead viewers or misrepresent subjects.

This specific section stands out to me because simple editing to take a shadow away can quickly turn into completely changing the color of the entire photo. Photojournalism should be raw, unedited work to show real life. It can be easy to edit that way because viewers won't know the difference, however, that would be misrepresenting the meaning of the photo.

2. (3.) Strive for total and unrestricted access to subjects, recommended alternatives to shallow or rushed opportunities, seek a diversity of viewpoints, and work to show unpopular or unnoticed points of view.

This section is like rooting for the underdog, which I am all about. Some views go unnoticed or just unrecognized because they are thought to be "wrong", and this section protects that from happening.

3. I would apply different viewpoints to every photoshoot I did. Making sure I get correct information is always my number one priority. I would hate to tell someones story wrong or make someone come off as "the bad guy" when I'm simply just trying to relay what is happening. Always looking for different angles and views can be very beneficial to photographers.

Topic 2

I love this photo of Sarah Melcher's. Her overall photo looked really cool. I like the way the light was shining in a triangle at the top and you can really clearly see her subject as well as the car. It was an awesome angle. fullsizeoutput_19e.jpeg

Samantha's photo of her environmental subject is outstanding. I was watching her have trouble editing because of the bad lighting in the coffee shop and it turned out really great. I love the expression of Holly's face and the background of the coffee machine really compliments the photo. Samantha you did a great job with that photo! Holly.jpg

Topic 3

My favorite part of the book so far doesn't really have a lot to do with photojournalism, but I love learning about different countries cultures, especially those that we hear about in the media, but aren't sure what to believe. On page 57-56, "...It is not only the women who suffer...wearing a burqa is not a problem, it's not being able to work that is the problem." This really stood out to me because what the media has led us to believe about Afghanistan is that men are the rulers over women and women have to conform to men's orders. This is not the case at all, even men suffer. They said that wearing burqas wasn't the problem, they just wanted to work. I always thought 'they must hate that', I guess I didn't even stop to think that wearing an extra piece of clothing is really not a big deal. Addario later stated, "The women also put my life of privilege, opportunity, independence, and freedom into perspective." As American's we really are spoiled and don't know it. We take for granted all of the freedom we really do have. What I learned about photojournalism from Addario was to not be scared to take chances. I have incorporated that into my recent shoots and it really changes the game.