Photography is visual communication medium. You can follow and use some rules, through composition and technique – but photojournalism takes it a step farther and states facts and gives information that is true and real. You need to follow two basic pillars to be an ethical photojournalist. Those principles are: you do not manipulate your scene, and the information you are photographing must be real. The best recipe you can use for getting a good photo that tells a story is by combining good composition, action, and emotions. If you are able to engage with your subject mixing those three elements you will be able to get a good photograph. Article Credits: Telling a Story in a Single Image – Tips from a Photojournalist – click to read the more
Mississippi River Bridge at Vicksburg, MS – Photo Credit: Charlie Plyler
Mississippi River Bridge at Vicksburg, MS – Photo Credit: Charlie Plyler
