Journalism Next: Chapter 6

This chapter is about the power of a picture. Everyone has heard the saying a picture is worth a thousand words. This reins so true, even in 2010.

When we see pictures like this one of Obama, we see imagery at it’s best. The best pictures evoke feelings and emotions. Just the four letters H-O-P-E changed Obama’s image from a politition to a human being who cares.

Copyright is one thing about pictures that is very important to remember.

The rules are simple:

  • Don’t Steal
  • If you want to use something that isn’t yours, ask first
  • Use good judgment

Digital cameras can range from great like the Canon EOS Rebel T1i to the good old disposable Kodak Fun Saver.

Depending on your budget and skills, you must pick the best camera for you.

The next important thing about visual storytelling is editing pictures. Briggs gives a list of popular online tools for editing.

  • Picasa
  • Flickr
  • Photobucket
  • Photoshop
  • Picnik


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