History Of Photojournalism Flashcards
(13 cards)
Who documented the American Civil War (1861-1865), creating some of the earliest and most iconic photojournalistic images.
Mathew Brady and his team of photographers.
Whose photography in the late 19th century highlighted the harsh living conditions of the poor in New York City, paving the way for social reform.
Jacob Riis
What made it easier for photographers to capture candid moments?
The development of smaller and more portable cameras, like the Leica.
What project employed photographers like Dorothea Lange and Walker Evans to document rural poverty?
The Farm Security Administration’s (FSA) photography project during the Great Depression.
What event led to the establishment of the concept of the “concerned photographer.”?
When Robert Capa, a pioneer of modern photojournalism, captured iconic images of the Spanish Civil War and World War II.
When was The Picture Press Era?
1930s-1950s
What gave room for providing a platform for photojournalists to showcase their work to a mass audience?
The emergence of influential picture magazines like Life, Look, and Picture Post.
Which photographer became household names, capturing iconic images that defined The Picture Press Era.
Photographers like Alfred Eisenstaedt, Margaret Bourke-White, and W. Eugene Smith.
Which photographers captured powerful images that shaped public opinion about the Vietnam War?
Photographers like Eddie Adams, Nick Ut, and Larry Burrows.
What solidified photojournalism’s role in documenting conflicts and their human cost?
The Vietnam War solidified photojournalism’s role in documenting conflicts and their human cost.
What blurred the lines between professional and amateur photojournalism.
The rise of citizen journalism and social media platforms enabled widespread sharing of newsworthy photographs.
What role did the Iraq War and the Arab Spring protests play in the development of photojournalism?
Iconic images from the conflicts demonstrated the continued power of photojournalism in shaping public discourse.
What are the Contemporary Challenges and Innovations (2000s-present)?
- Declining print media and changing business models pose financial challenges for traditional photojournalism.
- New storytelling techniques like multimedia presentations, virtual reality, and drone photography emerged, offering innovative ways to convey news visually.
- Ethical concerns regarding photo manipulation, privacy, and the role of artificial intelligence in photojournalism became important topics of discussion.
