CORE 1 - Part II

In the near future, I want to become a photojournalist. In a generation and world where almost all of print is moving to the World Wide Web, I do have to be digitally literate in that I should be able to write stories for print as well as Web or even blogs which will include knowledge on HTML and Web design which I do obtain. Most importantly, to get the shots I need for the job, I’ll have to invest in the best camera with an advanced computer and lenses that will allow me to get quality photos. As with most technology, digital cameras have planned obsolescence due to the fact that after two or three years, a smarter, better model will be out.

A role model that I’ve become acquainted with (sadly, only through lectures) is Sam Abell, a retired photojournalist of National Geographic. He’s seen the advancement of cameras from film to the digital age, and although he still prefers film, he makes use of digital cameras for their convenience when it comes to saving, editing, printing and distributing his photos. His concern for the future of photography led him to ask the former President of NatGeo about its direction. The president replied, “Video”.

In order to obtain the goal for my career, I’ll not only have to work harder with my camera to understand the basics behind a dSLR, but work with other makes and models down the road. And if worst comes to worst, I’ll pick up videography along the way to supplement my skills.