Photojournalism is an increasingly
growing field thanks to modern technology and the ease of use of digital film
and photography. Armed with a simple
smartphone almost anyone can take a picture.
However, there are many aspects of photojournalism that separates this
field from the average picture taker.
There are three types of shots
associated with photojournalism: long range, mid range, and close-up. This is just one of the things of three in
this field. The rule of thirds is a way
that photojournalists use to compose their photograph into something that is
more dynamic than a simple picture.
Photojournalists also make use of
writing cutlines. These can be anything
from a long and descriptive paragraph to a simple one-liner (called a “skel
line”). Cutlines are important because
they enhance the picture. What is said
about a picture can often completely sway the viewer’s opinion on it.
There are varying ethics associated
with photojournalism. Taking your own
picture is a huge one. Photojournalists
carry a heavy weight in every photograph they take. With each photo is an extremely powerful
message that can be conveyed.
Photographers must also be sure to
be sensitive about the photos they take and distribute, both being sure to be
representing the truth through these pictures as well as censoring the content
for situations that could offend.
Graphics and charts are also a
large part of the media side of journalism.
Correct use of these elements can greatly enhance a story. Showing statistics in a picture is a much
better way to get readers to comprehend the gravity of any of your
statistics.
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