Post on Photojournalism (II)

As far as photojournalism is concerned, I summed up my personal relationship with it in a post some time ago. My opinions are the same, but I wanted to explain another facet of what the photo taken by Stuart Franklin (I incorrectly cited Jeff Widener for the shot last time. He took another similar photograph, as did a couple of others) means to me.



This photograph illustrates a serious issue I had early in college perfectly. The issue is settled (mostly) now, but often rumbles uncomfortably (like a dormant volcano we're not prefectly sure of). Do I want to *make* this photograph, or do I want to *be* this photograph? The question remains. And another in the wake of this one: Can I do both?


(I know I have not posted here in a very long time. I thought the best way to begin posting again would be by posting again. You know, Instead of saying "I should post more" and forgetting again.)

UNR protest against the budget cuts

I recently went to the UNR protest against the proposed budget cuts to higher education in Carson City. These are some of the photos I brought back.

Update.

Here is a link to the photo gallery with my protest photography in it: Here

I'm sure I'll have something else by tonight to update with.

I finally understand.

I finally understand what it is I do. I have a final conclusion as to what my role in this world is going to be. And all it took was a well placed piece of graffiti to remind me.



There are many variations of this quote, but the idea is the same. "In a time of universal deciet, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." It's strange that I've read Orwell so often and haven't really taken this quote in. It puts to rest all of my problems with the conflicts between activism and journalism. I am a journalist, and this is my creed.

This week in photos. (Four)

Here we are again at the end of our week. It's been a hectic but otherwise rewarding week. I went on what I believe is my most fruitful event yet. Here are a few photos os the events throughout the week. I'll be posting a sort of prose description of my experiences later.

But first, here's a photo of Mr. Greg Green, and a couple of womens volleyball.

Greg Green

Volleyball

Volleyball

SF Protest

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My dream assignment (EDIT)

[EDIT] I am going to the Answer Coalition protest against the war on Saturday. It should prove interesting and rewarding. Links coming your way in a bit.[EDIT]

I get to cover an activist event. At least I'm reasonably sure I do. I'll be travelling with a club here on campus to an anti-war protest taking place in San Fransisco on Saturday. Needless to say, this will be amazing. It's the story I've always wanted to cover. Hell, it could have been a pro-war rally for all I care. (except those are relatively small.)

I'll obviously be remaining nonpartisan, what with the being a part of the press and all. If I were to show partiality here, my credibility as a journalist will be tainted for the rest of my career. (a bit dramatic but somewhat true)