Why we do what we do…
Earlier this morning while I was checking out some of the blogs of fellow photogs, many of whose work inspires me every day, I stumbled across an extremely interesting read on Andrew Burton‘s blog. Andrew posted the following selection from photographer Nia Hof’s blog about what photojournalism really should be about.
“‘Stunning image’ I heard someone comment about one frame and then ‘I love that frame’, I heard myself say about an image showing a group of men standing above a mass grave of unidentifiable bodies. What am I saying? Photographically it is a powerful and well composed frame, but if that’s my only response to it, what the hells the point? … I don’t need a Magnum photographer to tell me my image is well composed or nicely seen and powerfully shot, although I’d be fucking thrilled if they did. What I need is Joe public to tell me that my image made him get up off his wobbly chair, forget his thirst for overpriced lager and go out and help make change. To tell his mates to donate to a cause, to volunteer somewhere or to continue raising awareness about the issue I photographed. That is what photography is about; not this self-congratulatory bullshit that the inner circle of photographers in the industry seem to relish.”
I highly recommend that everyone reads Nia Hof’s post, and reflect on the work that we each are individually pursuing. It can be found here: http://niahafphotography.wordpress.com/2012/03/16/making-a-change-using-photography/
Divisional Playoffs – Houston Texans v Baltimore Ravens
On Sunday I photographed the AFC Divisional Playoff game between the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens for Getty Images. We had an amazing team of photographers to work the game.
Since there were three of us, I headed upstairs with my 600 for the first quarter and then covered the opposite end zone from the action to protect against a possible pick-6 due to how competitive this playoff game was building up to be. Before the game I spent some time photographing the NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell while he held a Q&A with fans and then spoke to the members of the media.
BALTIMORE, MD - JANUARY 15: Ray Lewis #52 of the Baltimore Ravens looks on from the bench during the AFC Divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans at M&T Bank Stadium on January 15, 2012 in Baltimore, Maryland. Baltimore won 20-13 in regulation. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD - JANUARY 15: Ray Lewis #52 of the Baltimore Ravens yells as he runs onto the field prior to the start of the AFC Divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans at M&T Bank Stadium on January 15, 2012 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD - JANUARY 15: Anquan Boldin #81 of the Baltimore Ravens catches a pass against Kareem Jackson #25 of the Houston Texans during the second quarter of the AFC Divisional playoff game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 15, 2012 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD - JANUARY 15: Jason Allen #30 of the Houston Texans breaks up a pass intended for Anquan Boldin #81 of the Baltimore Ravens during the first quarter of the AFC Divisional playoff game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 15, 2012 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD - JANUARY 15: Quarterback Joe Flacco #5 of the Baltimore Ravens is sacked by J.J. Watt #99 and Brice McCain #21 of the Houston Texans during the second quarter of the AFC Divisional playoff game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 15, 2012 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD - JANUARY 15: T.J. Yates #13 of the Houston Texans walks off the field after the Baltimore Ravens defeated the Texans 20-13 during the AFC Divisional playoff game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 15, 2012 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD - JANUARY 15: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaks to the media prior to the AFC Divisional playoff game between the Houston Texans and the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on January 15, 2012 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
2012 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic – New York Rangers v Philadelphia Flyers
On Monday I had the enormous privilege to cover the 2012 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic in Philadelphia for Getty Images. This was by far one of the most amazing sporting events I have ever covered or attended. What made this game even more fun for me was that I was the designated “wonderer.” This meant I had the freedom to go on a tour of Citizens Bank Park to capture the aura of the game from as many different unique perspectives as possible. Looking forward to hopefully having the opportunity to cover this game in the future.
PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 02: (EDITORS NOTE: An infrared camera was used to create this image) The Philadelphia Flyers take on the New York Rangers during the 2012 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at Citizens Bank Park on January 2, 2012 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 02: Henrik Lundqvist #30 of the New York Rangers makes a save against Danny Briere #48 of the Philadelphia Flyers late in the third period during the 2012 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at Citizens Bank Park on January 2, 2012 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 02: Danny Briere #48 of the Philadelphia Flyers prepares to take a penalty shot against the New York Rangers late in the third period during the 2012 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at Citizens Bank Park on January 2, 2012 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 02: Henrik Lundqvist #30 of the New York Rangers makes a save on a penalty shot by Danny Briere #48 of the Philadelphia Flyers late in the third period during the 2012 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at Citizens Bank Park on January 2, 2012 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 02: The New York Rangers celebrate after defeating the Philadelphia Flyers by a score of 3-2 during the 2012 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at Citizens Bank Park on January 2, 2012 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 02: (EDITORS NOTE: An infrared camera was used to create this image) Fans cheer as the Philadelphia Flyers take on the New York Rangers during the 2012 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at Citizens Bank Park on January 2, 2012 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
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NFL Week 16: Minnesota Vikings v Washington Redskins
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