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Introduction to Photojournalism: Capture Powerful Stories

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Overview

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Learn how to research stories and document them through photography to create meaningful and engaging narratives
  • Introduction
  • The Research
  • The Shooting
  • Developing and Editing
  • After the Project Is Finished
  • Final project
There are many stories around the world that would remain untold without the illuminating power of photojournalism. Driven to tell those stories is Finbarr O’Reilly, an award-winning photojournalist with over 20 years of experience who has documented conflict, and humanitarian and social issues for publications and organizations like The New York Times and the Nobel Peace Prize.

In this course, he teaches you to create a structured narrative through a sequence of images with visual and emotional impact. Learn to identify, research, and capture your story while upholding ethical considerations. Explore the beauty of human connection and document captivating stories.

Syllabus

  • About Me
  • Influences
  • Documentary Photographer: Social Responsibility
  • Researching the Subject 1
  • Researching the Subject 2
  • How to Build a Story through Images
  • Materials
  • Shooting the Story 1
  • Shooting the Story 2
  • Shooting the Story 3
  • Reviewing the Story
  • Photoshop
  • Editing the Story 1
  • Editing the Story 2
  • Your Signature Style
  • Pitching Stories to Editors and Publications
  • Documentary Photographer: Responsibilities with a Community
  • Introduction to Photojournalism: Capture Powerful Stories

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Finbarr O'Reilly

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