Intro to Photojournalism

Introduction to Photojournalism

Draw

Draw an image that represents you

What is Photojournalism?

• Definition: The practice of using images to tell a news story.

• Why it matters: Captures real moments, emotions, and context.

Open Ended

• "What story do you think this photo is telling?"

• "What emotions does this image evoke?"

• "Why do you think this image was chosen for publication?"

4 Key Elements of a Great Journalistic Photo

1. Composition – Framing, rule of thirds, leading lines.

2. Emotion – Capturing real moments that tell a story.

3. Context – Background details that provide meaning.

4. Captioning – A brief explanation that enhances understanding.

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT Key Elements of a Great Journalistic Photo

• Emotion

• Context

• Camera Lens

Activity - Telling a Story Through a Single Image
Analyze provided professional images and create captions. (Give context to the photo)

Open Ended

Write a 1-2 sentence caption for the image.

Open Ended

Write a 1-2 sentence caption for the image.

Open Ended

Write a 1-2 sentence caption for the image.

Discussion Time

• "What makes a photo impactful in journalism?"

• "How do images influence public opinion?"

(Turn and talk to your neighbor and Mrs. Davis. :) )

Open Ended

Conclusion:

One thing you learned about photojournalism.

One question you still have.