a reporter who shares news using images
photographer
photojournalist
tik tokker
amateur photgrapher
to record in written or photographic form (verb)
video
record
document
take
working without being paid; not professional
professional
student
part-time
amateur
The new ease of photography has given us a __________ appetite for capturing the magical and the ordinary.
tremendous
big
little
giant
We are _______ with documenting everyday moments.
irritated
happy
okay
obsessed
Cameras are everywhere - a situation that is transforming the way we experience __________ events.
dramatic
terrible
everyday
normal
Quality still matters, but it's less important than what's ________ shared.
quietly
currently
instantly
completely
As people everywhere _______ photography and the media make use of citizen journalists, professional standards appear to be shifting.
love
buck
forget
embrace
In the past, most people trusted photojournalists to accurately _________ reality. Today, however, digital images can be altered.
represent
access
portrait
photograph
Photojournalists using camera apps to cover wars and conflicts have created powerful images - but also __________.
more conflict
controversy
fake images
peace
People get stuck on the same stories and they miss out on the less dramatic images of daily life that can be just as revealing and ________.
dangerous
dramatic
relevant
real
The increase in the number of photographs, photographers and information might even be good for _________ itself.
society
Earth
wikipedia
democracy
A well-made image can have _________ effects on the public.
interesting
positive
negative
profound
Why are there few memorable photographs today?
Because there are SO MANY good images today.
(up to 25 points) The reading discusses using filters, or "digitally altering" photographs. In your own words, describe one pro AND one con regarding digitally altering photos of serious events (such as war or disaster).
Pros: Filters can show a more dramatic image to evoke a stronger reaction. It connects people more easily to the image. Cons: Filters can show a false reality.
