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A Moment to Cherish
My first photography/photojournalism experience was amazing. I can’t fully express how enthusiastic I was during our discussion about photography and photojournalism. Learning how to take good pictures and how to determine whether a picture is of good quality was so much fun! I’m happy that I finally learned the essential angles, the different types of photography, and even the most important qualities a picture should have. Aside from that, I was also very excited because I finally got to meet Sir Archie, a professional and widely known photographer. Although I had seen him during press conferences back when I was still in elementary school, it was still thrilling to see him up close. I remember seeing him once, but I’m not sure how old I was—maybe around 12. Anyway, as a journalist, meeting someone who is both a judge in press conferences and a professional photographer, things can't get more exciting! He was so kind, and he even shared insights with us, the SPJ learners, wh...
Beyond the Click
What is Photojournalism? Have you ever wondered how photojournalists take pictures? With these pictures, they show such creativity and tell profound stories. It’s funny how people often get confused about the difference between photography and photojournalism. But one thing’s for sure: both give a perspective behind the lens that no one can imagine without such focused attention. Let’s dive into a world full of lessons about photojournalism! Photojournalism is basically about sharing untold stories, capturing every moment of them. In short: it’s storytelling through photos. Think of it as journalism, but instead of paragraphs, the photographer uses real, unedited moments to show what’s happening in the world—news events, human stories, issues, victories, tragedies—everything. At first, people might think it’s as simple as taking pictures. Well, if you’re a professional, it may not be as hard as it sounds, but if you’re still learning and trying to understand its concepts, you’ll ne...
