A panel discussion on what's next for photographers, photo editors, and designers
Photojournalism is changing quickly. Ever-improving image technology, multi-platform photo presentation, and radical business models all guarantee that the future of professional photography will look very different than the present. What do photographers need to know? How should photo editors and designers prepare? This panel will address the latest thinking on issues including high-definition video, online slideshows, ethics, and marketing.
How much of what news photographers produce will eventually go to video, and what does this mean for large news organizations and freelancers?
How does the popularity of online slideshows change how photographers approach assignments and how organizations deal with payment? What are the emerging standards for presenting slideshows?
Digital photography presents new and sometimes troubling ethical implications for photographers and editors. Where do you draw the line between photo and photo illustration? When does 'color correction' become 'color enhancement?' How should altered photos be captioned? Is it ever OK to change a photo to respect community standards?
Panelists will include:
- James Estrin, photographer, The New York Times
- Travis Fox, The Washington Post
- Spencer Platt, photographer, Getty Images (World Press Photo winner)
- Jonathan Wells, bureau chief, SIPA Press
- John Smock, moderator
WHEN Tuesday, August 7, 7-9 pm. Reception to follow.
WHERE Cooper Union, 51 Astor Place, New York, NY
PRICE $25 (additional $5 fee when paying at the door)
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Format:
- 90 minutes of fast-paced panel discussion
- 30 minutes of audience questions submitted in writing
- Reception to follow
