It was hard to pick one as the best, It seems that I always get kerflumpled between 'the image' and 'the subject'. Technically fantastic images that don't tell much of a story vs. crude shots that capture the moment perfectly. Which is 'best'? I don't know. Pulitzer prizes have been given for 'lucky' shots. I guess it's all about being in the right place, at the right time, with the camera at the ready.
The best shots are those that are technically excellent and also tell you about the subject. But if I had to pick one, I'd go for content over technical excellence, as long as the technical issues were due to the circumstances e.g. a bit grainy or some movement because the bomb just went off and folks are running everywhere.
When I was planning a photojournalism career I heard the following mantra all over the place: f/8 and be there.
For me, it was all about capturing the precise moment that told the story.
Some very powerful journalism
There are some great photos on MSNBCs selection.
It was hard to pick one as the best, It seems that I always get kerflumpled between 'the image' and 'the subject'. Technically fantastic images that don't tell much of a story vs. crude shots that capture the moment perfectly. Which is 'best'? I don't know. Pulitzer prizes have been given for 'lucky' shots. I guess it's all about being in the right place, at the right time, with the camera at the ready.
Happy Solstice!
Michael
Photojournalism should tell a story...
The best shots are those that are technically excellent and also tell you about the subject. But if I had to pick one, I'd go for content over technical excellence, as long as the technical issues were due to the circumstances e.g. a bit grainy or some movement because the bomb just went off and folks are running everywhere.
When I was planning a photojournalism career I heard the following mantra all over the place: f/8 and be there.
For me, it was all about capturing the precise moment that told the story.