David Burnett - 100 photographs for the freedom of the press

David Burnett is a modern, forward-thinking photographer. For over forty years, he has traveled the world, yet he continues to amaze us with ever-evolving images. A master of photographic technique, he puts his equipment at the service of the image. Known for his exceptional sharpness and innovative work with depth of field, he is one of the major figures in the renewal of photojournalism. In the introduction, Raymond Depardon, another leading figure in photography, pays tribute to his friend David Burnett. He praises his ease and agility in the field and his distinctly French approach to his work. We are inundated with images, that much is certain. But not all images are created equal. And, more than ever, we need journalists, photographers, and cameramen to bring us the good ones: those that will contribute to our understanding of the world. Reporters Without Borders will always stand alongside those who take risks to capture these images and show them to us. To the frequently asked question, should we go to war-torn countries and risk our lives in the name of seeking information? Our answer is simple: yes. Yes, we must continue to travel to the most troubled areas of the planet. Yes, we must cover wars and bring back firsthand accounts. For one simple reason: without images, without information, the people in these regions are left to their fate of misery and horror. By purchasing this book, you help us spread this message and support journalists and photographers in their noblest mission: to tell the story of what is happening on our planet and to bear witness to the plight of forgotten populations.

Publisher: Reporters sans frontières
Publication Date: 09/12/2010
ISBN: 9782915536973
Pages: 144
Dimensions: 213 x 290 x 11 mm
Language: French
Condition: Good