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Photo Editors Series - Josh Lustig
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1:14:10
Photo Editors Series - Josh Lustig
The Photo Editors Series is a series of conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. The series combines an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event is interactive and offers good opportunities for audience questions. In this seventeenth episode, Ilvy Njiokiktjien and Fiona Stephen speak with Josh Lustig, deputy photo editor of the Financial Times Weekend Magazine. Josh writes regularly on photography for the magazine, is a frequent participant at festivals and workshops, and has been a visiting lecturer at several universities including, London College of Communication, University of Syracuse, NY, USA and the School of Media and Journalism, Aarhus, Denmark.
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1:14:25
Photo Editors Series – Noelle Flores Théard
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. In this event, hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series combines an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the events are interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In the first episode, we spoke with Noelle Flores Théard, senior digital photo editor at The New Yorker.
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1:12:20
Photo Editors Series – Gabriel Eisenmeier
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series combines an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations. In this tenth episode, we are speaking with Gabriel Eisenmeier of de Volkskrant, a daily newspaper in The Netherlands.
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1:12:55
A Journey To All 1078 Nazi Concentration Camps, Witnessing The Sky Above
Hosted by Ilvy Njiokiktjien, this event is a conversation with Belgian photographer Anton Kusters, discussing his approach to photography, long-term projects, and the making and meaning of his Blue Skies Project. The Blue Skies Project has taken Anton six years to produce, for which he has visited every single former Nazi concentration camp in Europe to make a single polaroid photograph of the blue sky above. His documentation process relies on location coordinates, incorporates numeric data, and closely follows good weather reports showing the days of blue sky above each of the 1,078 identified locations. The result is a work that addresses the question of collective memory, second-hand witnessing, trauma, systematic injustice and the experience of place, through representations of the Nazi Germany concentration camp system from 1933-1945. The Blue Skies Project features a sound piece by Ruben Samama, and is curated by Monica Allende. Ilvy talks to Anton about how he approaches his work, his projects, his ever changing relationship to photography, and his close collaborations with fellow artists and professionals.
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56:28
Four Questions on Photography Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…Anush Babajanyan
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where each month well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their response to these questions: What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? What is your dream image or story? What advice would you give to your younger self? In this episode of the series, Ilvy is in conversation with Anush Babjanyan.
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57:21
Four Questions on Photography Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…Stefano de Luigi
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their response to these questions: – What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? – What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? – What is your dream image or story? – What advice would you give to your younger self? In this fourth episode of the series, Ilvy is in conversation with Stefano de Luigi.
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53:55
Four Questions on Photography Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…Jocelyn Bain Hogg
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their response to the four questions below. – What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? – What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? – What is your dream image or story? – What advice would you give to your younger self? In this episode, Ilvy is in conversation with Jocelyn Bain Hogg.
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1:02:56
Four Questions on Photography - Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…Maggie Steber
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where each month well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their response to these questions: What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? What is your dream image or story? What advice would you give to your younger self? In this episode of the series, Ilvy is in conversation with Maggie Steber.
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46:11
New Voices – Brooklynn T. Kascel
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series will combine an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series will speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event will be interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In this seventh episode, we will be speaking with Angelika Hala and Andreas Trampe from Stern in Germany.
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45:13
New Voices – Natalia Neuhaus
New Voices is an event series presenting the work of the photographers who are part of the 2021-2023 VII Mentor Program and The Leica Women Foto Project x VII Mentor Program. The VII Mentor Program is made up of thirteen gifted young photographers with diverse experiences who were chosen from nearly 300 applicants from 65 countries. The series, hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, showcases the stories the photographers are working on and discusses how they are creating a viable career in visual journalism. In this episode, we are speaking with Natalia Neuhaus.
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1:29:26
Photo Editors Series - Angelika Hala and Andreas Trampe
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series will combine an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series will speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event will be interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In this seventh episode, we will be speaking with Angelika Hala and Andreas Trampe from Stern in Germany.
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56:20
New Voices – Debsuddha Banerjee
New Voices is an event series presenting the work of the photographers who are part of the 2021-2023 VII Mentor Program and The Leica Women Foto Project x VII Mentor Program. The VII Mentor Program comprises thirteen gifted young photographers with diverse experiences who were chosen from nearly 300 applicants from 65 countries. The series, hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, showcases the stories the photographers are working on and discusses how they are creating a viable career in visual journalism. In this episode, we speak with Debsuddha Banerjee.
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1:09:31
Photo Editors Series – Hector Guerrero
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series will combine an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series will speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event will be interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In this ninth episode, we will speak with Hector Guerrero of El Pais.
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1:05:07
Four Questions on Photography - Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With Ismail Ferdous
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their responses to the four questions below. What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? What is your dream image or story? What advice would you give to your younger self? For this event, Ilvy is in conversation with Ismail Ferdous.
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1:08:12
New Voices - Marko Risovic
New Voices is an event series presenting the work of the photographers who are part of the 2021-2023 VII Mentor Program and The Leica Women Foto Project x VII Mentor Program. The VII Mentor Program comprises thirteen gifted young photographers with diverse experiences who were chosen from nearly 300 applicants from 65 countries. The series, hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, showcases the stories the photographers are working on and discusses how they are creating a viable career in visual journalism. In this episode, we speak with Marko Risovic.
PhotoWings
1:11:16
Ask Us Anything, with David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien
And now for something completely different… In this event, you get the chance to ask VII Insider director David Campbell and VII Insider host Ilvy Njiokiktjien anything: Anything about photography and visual journalism today Anything about the major issues the profession faces Anything about the challenges facing image makers and journalists Anything about the events on VII Insider Anything about the articles on Dispatches: The VII Insider Blog Anything about what you would like to see on VII Insider in the future In addition, Ilvy will also show and discuss her award-winning story “I Am Because We Are: Co-Housing as a Solution.”
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53:31
Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation with Paolo Manzo
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their responses to the four questions below. What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? What is your biggest photo failure, an image you wanted or needed, but you messed up somehow? What is your dream image or story? What advice would you give to your younger self?
PhotoWings
1:01:04
Curator Series – Azu Henry Nwagbogu
The Curator Series presents engaging discussions with leading curators in the field of photography who represent diverse institutions worldwide. These conversations delve into the curator’s ongoing projects, the evolving role of curators in today’s photographic realm, and what they look for in preparing exhibitions, festivals, and museum shows. Hosted by Heleen Peeters and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series provides insights into the curatorial process for exhibitions, festivals, and museum shows, offering practical advice for photographers looking to collaborate with curators. In the first episode, we speak with Azu Henry Nwagbogu, founder and director of African Artists’ Foundation and the LagosPhoto Festival in Nigeria.
PhotoWings
1:05:53
Documenting Abortion Restrictions in America, with Stacy Kranitz and Andrea Wise
In 2022, the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending nearly 50 years of federal protection for abortion. Some states began enforcing strict abortion bans. In Tennessee, for example, the law prohibits women from having abortions in almost all circumstances. In early 2023, ProPublica assigned photographer Stacy Kranitz and reporter Kavitha Surana to document the consequences of post-Roe America by following one family. They spent the last year with Mayron Hollis, a mother from Tennessee, and watched her struggle through circumstances beyond her control with little to no support from family or the government. What was it like for Kranitz to shadow someone going through turbulent times? How do you build trust and not shy away from the difficult moments? How do you edit such a complex story? And how does a yearlong photo commission come about? In this event, Ilvy Njiokiktjien will talk with Stacy Kranitz and ProPublica visual strategy editor Andrea Wise about their experiences working on the long-form interactive story “The Year After a Denied Abortion.“
PhotoWings
1:17:22
Photo Editors Series – Abir Abdullah
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series will combine an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series will speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event will be interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In this eleventh episode, we will speak with Abir Abdullah. He will discuss his work as a photo editor with The Daily Prothom Alo, the most circulated newspaper in Bangladesh. Abdullah is currently a photography teacher at Alliance Française de Dhaka. In this episode, he will also present the editorial projects he undertakes with his students.
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1:18:41
Photo Editors Series – Sarah Leen
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. In this event, hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series combines an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations. In this sixth episode, we speak with Sarah Leen, founder of The Visual Thinking Collective and the former Directory of Photography for National Geographic Magazine and Visual Media.
PhotoWings
55:52
Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…Nichole Sobecki
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their responses to the four questions below. – What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? – What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? – What is your dream image or story? – What advice would you give to your younger self? In this episode, Ilvy is in conversation with Nichole Sobecki.
PhotoWings
1:16:46
Curator Series – István Virágvölgyi
The Curator Series presents engaging discussions with leading curators in the field of photography who represent diverse institutions worldwide. These conversations delve into the curator’s ongoing projects, the evolving role of curators in today’s photographic realm, and what they look for in preparing exhibitions, festivals, and museum shows. Hosted by Heleen Peeters and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series provides insights into the curatorial process for exhibitions, festivals, and museum shows, offering practical advice for photographers looking to collaborate with curators. In the second episode, we speak with István Virágvölgyi, artistic director at the Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center in Budapest, Hungary.
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1:00:58
Photo Editors Series – Carla Rosorius
The Photo Editors Series is a series of conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series will combine an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series will speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event will be interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In this twelfth episode, we will speak with Carla Rosorius. She has been working as a photo editor for GEO since 2015 and was appointed Director of Photography in 2023.
PhotoWings
58:46
Born Free: Generation of Hope
This year marks the thirtieth anniversary since Nelson Mandela became president of South Africa, initiating a new chapter for the country. Since 2007, VII contributing photographer Ilvy Njiokiktjien has chronicled South Africa’s first post-apartheid generation. She became intrigued by these young adults and has followed the stories of more than 30 so-called ‘Born Frees’, portraying their daily lives in her distinctive and intimate style. On Saturday, September 14th, 2024, the Apartheid Museum will open Ilvy Njiokiktjien’s exhibition Born Free: Generation of Hope. Photographs and short films of young South Africans born around 1994 – 30 years later. Join us for a panel discussion with the photographer and curators of the show. This event is organized by the Apartheid Museum and VII Insider (a program of The VII Foundation in partnership with PhotoWings). It takes place at the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, starting at 15:00 SAST (15:00 CEST / 09:00 EDT). You can attend in-person, or online. For those attending online, please register via the link on this page to receive the login information for the online streaming. Speakers: Azu Nwagbogu p rovided curatorial oversight and will talk about his efforts to challenge stereotypes and promote authentic storytelling about Africa. Through his work, he emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural contexts and encourages both African and non-African photographers to engage deeply with the communities they document. Neo Ntsoma co-curator of the exhibition will offer her perspective on the born free generation, drawing from her unique vantage point as someone from the preceding generation who has observed their development and impact on South African society. Ilvy Njiokiktjien photographer and videographer (whose photographs and films are being showcased in this exhibition) will focus on the experiences she has had with the born frees over the past 17 years, sharing insights from her extensive work documenting their lives and aspirations. Moderator: Kneo Mokgopa of the Nelson Mandela Foundation writes about socio-economic politics, human rights and African political movements.
PhotoWings
1:05:29
Curator Series - Iris Sikking
The Curator Series presents engaging discussions with leading curators in the field of photography who represent diverse institutions worldwide. These conversations delve into the curator’s ongoing projects, the evolving role of curators in today’s photographic realm, and what they look for in preparing exhibitions, festivals, and museum shows. Hosted by Heleen Peeters and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series provides insights into the curatorial process for exhibitions, festivals, and museum shows, offering practical advice for photographers looking to collaborate with curators. In the third episode, we speak with Iris Sikking, curator of photography at Fotomuseum and Kunstmuseum The Hague in The Netherlands. Join us on October 2, at 12:00 PM EDT / 18:00 PM CEST. The talk will be followed by a Q&A session. A recording of this conversation will be available in our Video Collection, shortly after the event.
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1:07:57
Curator Series - Nestan Nijaradze
The Curator Series presents engaging discussions with leading curators in the field of photography who represent diverse institutions worldwide. These conversations delve into the curator’s ongoing projects, the evolving role of curators in today’s photographic realm, and what they look for in preparing exhibitions, festivals, and museum shows. Hosted by Heleen Peeters and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series provides insights into the curatorial process for exhibitions, festivals, and museum shows, offering practical advice for photographers looking to collaborate with curators. In the fourth episode, we speak with Nestan Nijaradze, co-founder and Artistic Director of the Tbilisi Photography & Multimedia Museum as well as the Tbilisi Photo Festival in Georgia. Join us on November 21, at 12:00 EST / 18:00 CET. The talk will be followed by a Q&A session. A recording of this conversation will be available in our Video Collection, shortly after the event.
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1:04:32
Photo Editor Series - Fiona Shields
The Photo Editors Series is a series of conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series will combine an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series will speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event will be interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In this thirteenth episode, we will speak with Fiona Shields. She is an experienced picture editor who has worked across a range of newspaper titles. Fiona is currently the Head of Photography for the Guardian News and Media Group. Join us on November 28, at 12:00 EST / 18:00 CET. The converstation will be followed by a Q&A session. A recording of the talk will be available in our Video Collection, shortly after the event.
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1:12:26
Visual Storytelling for Positive Change in Wildlife Conservation, with Jasper Doest
“Traditionally, nature photography has been about celebrating the stunning beauty of the natural world. This often means that any human element is avoided. I realized that I shouldn’t leave us out of the equation while telling these stories.” Dutch photographer Jasper Doest explores the relationship between people and the natural world in his work. With a background in ecology, he focuses on conservation issues and the ways in which photography can raise awareness about environmental challenges. His images highlight both the beauty and fragility of our planet, showing how human activity shapes the landscapes and wildlife around us. A regular contributor to National Geographic and a Senior Fellow of the International League of Conservation Photographers, Jasper believes in the power of photography to drive positive change. In this event—hosted by The VII Foundation contributing photographer Ilvy Njiokiktjien—Jasper will discuss his approach to photography and the role of photojournalism in addressing environmental issues. Join us for a presentation on February 20 at 12:00 EST / 18:00 CET. Jasper’s talk will be followed by a Q&A session. A recording of the conversation will be available in our Video Collection shortly after the event.
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1:18:29
Photo Editors Series – Wikus de Wet
The Photo Editors Series is a series of conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. The series, hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, combines an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event is interactive and offers good opportunities for audience questions. In this fourteenth episode, Ilvy speaks with Wikus de Wet. Wikus is a South African photographer and editor currently serving as the Deputy Africa Editorial Chief for Photo at Agence France-Presse (AFP).
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1:00:32
Photo Editors Series: Brand Storytelling With Bridget Harris
The Photo Editors Series is a series of conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. The series, hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, combines an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event is interactive and offers good opportunities for audience questions. In this fifteenth episode, we speak with Bridget Harris, Director of Photography Creative at Airbnb, about developing a consistent, inclusive visual style that is recognized worldwide. Bridget Harris has over 20 years of experience as a creative leader, photo editor, and producer, working with publications and brands such as TIME Magazine, Vogue, The New York Times, Burberry, and Coca-Cola. In this conversation hosted by David Campbell, we discuss what measures define a brand, exploring the importance of high-quality imagery and ethical approaches to identity creation through representation and inclusion.
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1:28:52
The Anthropocene Illusion with Zed Nelson
Join award-winning photographer Zed Nelson as he discusses his new work, The Anthropocene Illusion. Spanning the last six years, the project explores how, while we destroy the natural world around us, we humans have become masters of a stage-managed, artificial ‘experience’ of nature – a reassuring spectacle, an illusion. The work reveals not only a phenomenon of denial and self-delusion, but also a genuine craving for a connection to a world we have turned our back on. Hosted by contributing photographer to The VII Foundation Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the discussion will also explore Zed’s photographic approach, driven by a critical focus on the intersection of modern capitalism and human psychology.
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1:15:53
Photo Editors Series - Diane Smyth
The Photo Editors Series is a series of conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. The series, hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, combines an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event is interactive and offers good opportunities for audience questions. In this sixteenth episode, Ilvy speaks with Diane Smyth, editor of British Journal of Photography and Photoworks Annual. Diane has also written about photography for publications such as The Guardian, FOAM, Trigger, Apollo and The Art Newspaper, and contributed essays to many photography catalogues and monographs.
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2:09:06
Continuing Education Series: Multimedia Storytelling
In this session of our Continuing Education Series, Ilvy Njiokiktjien, an independent photographer and multimedia journalist based in the Netherlands and contributing photographer to The VII Foundation, discussed the process of making a narrative using video, photography, and audio.
PhotoWings
1:17:24
1 in 6 by 2030: How to Visualize a Demographic Transition
People worldwide are living longer. As the World Health Organization reports, today, most people can expect to live into their sixties and beyond. Indeed, by 2030, 1 in 6 people in the world will be aged 60 years or over. Every country in the world is experiencing growth in both the size and the proportion of older persons in the population, and all countries face significant challenges to ensure that their health and social systems can cope with and benefit from this demographic shift. This shift and the challenges it brings stem from dramatically improved life expectancy. According to Our World in Data, “Since 1900 the global average life expectancy has more than doubled and is now above 70 years [72 years, to be exact]. The inequality of life expectancy is still very large across and within countries. in 2019 the country with the lowest life expectancy is the Central African Republic with 53 years, in Japan life expectancy is 30 years longer.” In this event, we will discuss a major new documentary project–1 in 6 by 2030–led by Sara Terry, Ed Kashi, and Ilvy Njiokiktjien. This global, collaborative project will bring together photographers worldwide to produce compelling ways of humanizing what is, despite its social significance, a dry statistic on aging and demography.
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51:45
New Voices – Jackie Molloy
New Voices is an event series presenting the work of the photographers who are part of the 2021-2023 VII Mentor Program and The Leica Women Foto Project x VII Mentor Program. The VII Mentor Program comprises thirteen gifted young photographers with diverse experiences who were chosen from nearly 300 applicants from 65 countries. The series, hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, showcases the stories the photographers are working on and discusses how they are creating a viable career in visual journalism. In this episode, we speak with Jackie Molloy.
PhotoWings
1:07:47
New Voices - Nada Harib
New Voices is an event series presenting the work of the photographers who are part of the 2021-2023 VII Mentor Program and The Leica Women Foto Project x VII Mentor Program. The VII Mentor Program comprises thirteen gifted young photographers with diverse experiences who were chosen from nearly 300 applicants from 65 countries. The series, hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, showcases the stories the photographers are working on and discusses how they are creating a viable career in visual journalism. In this episode, we speak with Nada Harib.
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Photo Editors Series - Chloe Coleman
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series will combine an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series will speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event will be interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In this eighth episode, we speak with Chloe Coleman of The Washington Post.
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Photo Editors Series – Mikko Takkunen
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series will combine an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series will speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event will be interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In this fifth episode, we will be speaking with Mikko Takkunen, a photo editor on The New York Times’s International desk in New York City.
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Four Questions on Photography - Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…Danny Wilcox Frazier
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their response to the four questions below. – What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? – What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? – What is your dream image or story? – What advice would you give to your younger self? In this episode, Ilvy is in conversation with Danny Wilcox Frazier.
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Four Questions on Photography - Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…Ed Kashi
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their responses to the four questions below. – What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? – What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? – What is your dream image or story? – What advice would you give to your younger self? In this episode, Ilvy is in conversation with Ed Kashi.
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Photo Editors Series – Andrea Wise
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series will combine an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series will speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event will be interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In this fourth episode, we will be speaking with Andrea Wise, Visual Editor at ProPublica.
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Photo Editors Series – Thomas Borberg
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series combines an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the events are interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In the second episode, David Campbell speaks with Thomas Borberg, former photo editor-in-chief of the Danish newspaper Politiken.
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Photo Editors Series – Wacera Njagi
The Photo Editors Series are conversations with well-known photo editors about how they view the media today, the role of visuals in reporting, the work they like to see, and advice for photographers on how best to connect with publishers. Hosted by David Campbell and Ilvy Njiokiktjien, the series will combine an overview of the contemporary media landscape with practical tips. The editors in the series will speak as individuals rather than representatives of their organizations, and the event will be interactive with good opportunities for audience questions. In this third episode, we will be speaking with Wacera Njagi, a photo editor for Everyday Africa.
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War and Sexual Identity: Ilvy Njiokiktjien’s Report on the LGBTQI Community in Lviv, Ukraine
Ten million Ukrainians have been displaced by the Russian invasion – 6.5 million people are internally displaced, and 3.5 million have fled the country becoming refugees in the process. Amongst those displaced are members of Ukraine’s LGBTQI community, who are thought to be among the designated targets of a Russian campaign to oppress sectors of the community, and names of LGBTQI activists have apparently appeared on Russian kill lists. Ilvy Njiokiktjien went to Lviv on 11 March to cover everyday life in the city (listen to her audio dispatch from Lviv for more details) and while there she started work on a personal project to document the LGBTQI community in Lviv as they cope with the consequences of the Russian invasion. In this event, Ilvy will present the first images from her project and what she hopes to achieve with the story – one that documents both the love stories and the atrocities, as well as the community’s dreams for the future, and what that future might be if Russia succeeds in its brutal campaign.
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Four Questions on Photography Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…Mary Gelman
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their response to the four questions below. – What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? – What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? – What is your dream image or story? – What advice would you give to your younger self? In this episode, Ilvy is in conversation with Mary Gelman.
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Four Questions on Photography Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…Ali Arkady
The current global coverage of the environmental emergency and the climate crisis consists mostly of single images, often related to environmental photography. How can contemporary photography use its visual power to create stories that trigger empathy, closeness and connectedness, and inspire people to act? The Anthropocene has radically and dangerously changed the relationship between humans and nature. This is forcing us to review the way we live our lives, and redress the negative impacts. Everyone is asked to do their bit in order to reduce their planetary footprint and live a more sustainable life. How can contemporary photography have an important role in defining, inspiring and touching people’s emotions towards this goal? Are we asking too much of photographers, or do they have a responsibility in environmental storytelling? Now more than ever we need people to feel connected with nature, the issues, and other people across the planet. We need to understand how contemporary photography can have a very important role. This event features Maria Teresa Salvati and Mattia Marzorati, and is moderated by Dr Paul Lowe. This event is supported by the Photography and the Archive Research Centre, London College of Communication, University of the Arts London, and Everything is Connected.
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Four Questions on Photography - Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…Ashley Gilbertson
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their responses to the four questions below. – What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? – What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? – What is your dream image or story? – What advice would you give to your younger self? In this episode, Ilvy is in conversation with Ashley Gilbertson.
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Book Club – Anush Babajanyan, The House of Culture
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where each month well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their response to these questions: What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? What is your dream image or story? What advice would you give to your younger self? In this episode of the series, Ilvy is in conversation with Anush Babjanyan.
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Four Questions on Photography Sara Terry in Conversation With…Ilvy Njiokiktjien
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their response to the four questions below. In this episode, however, Sara Terry, one of Ilvy’s guests in the series, turns the tables and puts the same questions to Ilvy: – What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? – What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? – What is your dream image or story? – What advice would you give to your younger self?
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Four Questions on Photography Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…Sara Terry
“Four Questions on Photography: Ilvy Njiokiktjien in Conversation With…” is a series of events where each month well-known photographers discuss with Ilvy their response to these questions: What is your most important photograph, how did you make it, and what impact do you think it had? What is your biggest photo failure; an image you wanted or needed but you messed up somehow? What is your dream image or story? What advice would you give to your younger self? In this first episode of the series, Ilvy is in conversation with Sara Terry.
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VII Engage - A City Ruptured” with Ashley Gilbertson and Renee Melides
Over the course of the last year and a half, the Covid-19 pandemic depleted our economy, affecting people’s homes, livelihoods and wallets. To document the hardships, as both a lament and a tribute, Ashley Gilbertson spent 8 months photographing how the pandemic economy ruptured New York, witnessing stark examples of widening inequality, the changing ways of work and commerce, and ultimately tears in the fabric of the place—even amid growing signs of hope for immunity and recovery. In this discussion, Ashley discusses the project with the editor of the project with whom he worked, Renee Melides. The duo discusses their year of COVID-19 coverage in New York City, the genesis of the project, the complex production of a months-long story from initial pitch to publication, and the importance of collaboration. Ashley and Renee also look at many images from the series, and give insight to the stories behind the pictures. Renee Melides is a Photo Editor at The New York Times and is currently based in New York. Renee also worked for The Times in both their London and Hong Kong bureaus. Prior to this, she was the Deputy Photo Editor at Monocle Magazine in London. Before venturing into the realm of photo editing, Renee spent her years as a photojournalist. Working for clients such as The Financial Times of London, Reuters, Monocle Magazine, The Age, Australian Financial Review and the Sydney Morning Herald, to name a few. Renee has interned at both the VII and Magnum photo agencies and CNN International. In her spare time she also works on her own personal documentary projects and visual stories. Ashley Gilbertson is an Australian photographer and writer living in New York City recognized for his critical eye and unique approach to social issues. Gilbertson is a member of VII Photo, a frequent contributor to major media outlets and a collaborator with the United Nations. For over twenty years, Gilbertson’s work focused on refugees and conflict, an interest that in 2002, led him to Iraq. His work from that country was awarded the Robert Capa Gold Medal, and in 2007, Gilbertson’s first book, Whiskey Tango Foxtrot, was released, going on to become a bestseller. Post Iraq, Gilbertson shifted his focus to veterans, drawing public attention to post traumatic stress disorder and suicide. Gilbertson’s second book, Bedrooms Of The Fallen, a collection of photographs depicting the intact bedrooms of service members killed in Iraq and Afghanistan, was released in 2014. That work received a prestigious Ellie award. Today, Gilbertson documents global migration in Africa and Europe, and works on climate, social and health issues in the United States and Asia. He writes regular opinion and news stories for outlets including The New York Times, The Washington Post, ProPublica, and UNICEF. In 2014, a multimedia story on the militarization of the South China Sea earned him an Emmy nomination. He has worked on commercial assignments for Apple Computer, Axa Insurance, and the Ad Council. Gilbertson’s prints and books are included in permanent collections of numerous museums and art galleries around the world, and has been exhibited widely at institutions including The Smithsonian (Washington), Centre Georges Pompidou (Paris), National Gallery of Victoria (Melbourne), Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art (Kansas), The Museum of The City of New York, and The National September 11 Memorial Museum (New York).
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John Stanmeyer’s Kit: On Assignment with National Geographic
There is no one photography kit. Some can be large, and some can be small—it all depends on need and style. From times when an extensive collection of items is necessary, to more insignificant day-to-day kits, and creating endlessly with the camera phone that is always in his pocket, John Stanmeyer has done it all over the years. In this VII Insider session, John shares his experiences preparing for assignments and how he thinks about what gear is necessary. John shares his philosophy of minimalism and simplicity, and gives insight into what feels just right for him, to help guide others to committing not to more and more gear, but to less—and the limitless possibilities he finds in bringing a simple collection of tools into the field on an assignment. In a wide-ranging Q+A, John also discusses long-form and short-form storytelling with a small kit, sharing examples not so much of the gear, but what one can do with their gear. John Stanmeyer is an award-winning photojournalist, Emmy nominated filmmaker and educator, dedicated to social, humanitarian and political issues that define our times. For more than 15 years, John has worked nearly exclusively with National Geographic magazine, producing over 19 stories, resulting in more than 14 covers. Between 1998 and 2008, John was a contract photographer for Time magazine. His years with Time resulted in 18 covers. In 2001, Stanmeyer co-founded with six of the world’s leading photojournalists, the prestigious VII Photo agency. Today VII represents more than 30 photographers from around the globe. Stanmeyer is an Emeritus member of VII and also is represented by Nat Geo Image Collection agency and is a member of Ripple Effects Images, a collective of artists and storytellers working on issues related to women, empowerment and equality. He is the recipient of numerous honors, including the prestigious Robert Capa award, POYi Magazine Photographer of the Year and the World Press Photo of the Year in 2014. John lives with his dog, Elfriede the Great Dane, in the southern Berkshires of western Massachusetts.
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VII Insider: Sebastião Salgado (Portuguese)
Internationally-renowned photographer Sebastião Salgado has spent years documenting the vast lungs of the Earth that stretch through his native country of Brazil and neighboring nations. “Amazônia” is his ongoing comprehensive survey of isolated indigenous communities, wildlife, and the aerial landscapes of the untouched regions of the Amazon. In conversation with VII Photo Agency Mentor Program photographer Leonardo Carrato, Salgado talks about the challenges involved in multi-national and global long-term projects, and the importance of photography as a powerful tool for change, citing real-world examples where it has made a difference. Sebastião Salgado was born in Aimorés, Minas Gerais, Brazil and now lives in Paris. A trained economist, he began his career as a photographer in Paris in 1973. He worked successively with the agencies Sygma, Gamma and Magnum Photos until 1994 when, together with Lélia Wanick Salgado, they founded the photographic press agency, Amazonas images, exclusively devoted to their work. Salgado has travelled to more than 100 countries for photographic projects that, in addition to countless publications in the press, were published as books, with conception and design by Lélia Wanick Salgado. These titles include Other Americas (1986), Sahel, l’Homme en détresse (1986), Workers (1993), Earth (1997), Exodus and Portraits of Children of the Exodus (2000), Africa (2007), and Genesis (2013). In 2015, he published the book Perfume de Sonho, a trip to the world of coffee. The book Da minha terra à Terra (2014) tells the origins of his work. His most recent books include Kuwait, A Desert on Fire (2016), in 2019, Gold, Serra Pelada Gold Mine. Traveling exhibitions of these works have been and continue to be presented internationally. The vast majority of these exhibitions were curated by Lélia Wanick Salgado. Sebastião Salgado has also received numerous awards for his photography. He is a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and an honorary member of the United States Academy of Arts and Science. He received the commendation of the “Order of the Rio Branco in Brazil” and is “Commandeur de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres” by the French Ministry of Culture and Communication. On April 13, 2016, he was elected a member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts de l’Institut de France, assuming the chair previously occupied by photographer Lucien Clergue. In that same year also in France, he was appointed Knight of the Legion of Honor. He received the Itamaraty Cultural Diplomacy Award from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at the Brazilian Embassy in Paris. In 2016, in Brazil, he was appointed Doctor Honoris Causa, Federal University of Espirito Santo. He was also recently elected an honorary member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters in the USA, and was honored with the German Free Trade Peace Prize.
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Reporting the Siege of Sarajevo
The Siege of Sarajevo remains the longest siege in modern European history, lasting three times longer than the Battle of Stalingrad and over a year longer than the Siege of Leningrad. Reporting the Siege of Sarajevo provides the first detailed account of the reporting of this siege and the role that journalists played in highlighting both military and non-military aspects of it. The book draws on detailed primary and secondary material in English and Bosnian, as well as extensive interviews with international correspondents who covered events in Sarajevo from within siege lines. It also includes hitherto unpublished images taken by the co-author and award-winning photojournalist Paul Lowe. In this VII Insider talk, Lowe and co-author Kenneth Morrison discuss the book in conversation with VII photographers and co-founders who covered the siege — Ron Haviv and Christopher Morris. They overview the scope and structure of the book, the process of putting it together, their experiences covering the historic event, and the siege’s importance to the history of the journalism profession. Dr. Paul Lowe is a Reader in Documentary Photography and the Course Leader of the Masters program in Photojournalism and Documentary Photography at the London College of Communication, University of the Arts, London, UK. Paul is an award-winning photographer who has been published in TIME, Newsweek, Life, The Sunday Times Magazine, The Observer, and The Independent, amongst others. He has covered breaking news the world over, including the fall of the Berlin Wall, Nelson Mandela’s release, famine in Africa, the conflict in the former Yugoslavia, and the destruction of Grozny. Kenneth Morrison is Professor of Modern Southeast European History at De Montfort University, UK. He has written extensively on the modern history of the Western Balkans and is the author of Nationalism, Statehood and Identity in Post-Yugoslav Montenegro (2018), Sarajevo’s Holiday Inn: On the Frontline of Politics and War (2016), Montenegro: A Modern History (2009), and the co-author of Reporting the Siege of Sarajevo (2021) and The Sandžak: A History (2013). Kenneth was a Visiting Professor at the London School of Economics and Political Science in 2018 and has previously acted as Specialist Adviser on Western Balkan politics for the UK House of Lords International Relations Select Committee. He is currently writing a book focusing on the utility of hotels in urban conflicts. Ron Haviv is an Emmy nominated and award-winning photojournalist and co-founder of the VII Agency, dedicated to documenting conflict and raising awareness about human rights issues around the globe. His first photography book, Blood and Honey: A Balkan War Journal, was called “One of the best non-fiction books of the year,” by The Los Angeles Times and “A chilling but vastly important record of a people’s suffering,” by Newsweek. His other monographs are Afghanistan: The Road to Kabul, Haiti: 12 January 2010, and The Lost Rolls. Haviv has produced an unflinching record of the injustices of war. His work in the Balkans, which spanned over a decade of conflict, was used as evidence to indict and convict war criminals at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia in The Hague. President George H.W. Bush cited Haviv’s chilling photographs documenting paramilitary violence in Panama as one of the reasons for the 1989 American intervention. Haviv is the central character in six documentary films, including National Geographic Explorer’s Freelance in a World of Risk and River of Gold. He has provided expert analysis and commentary on ABC News, BBC, CNN, NPR, MSNBC, NBC Nightly News, Good Morning America, and The Charlie Rose Show. Haviv is a founding member of VII Agency based in New York. Christopher Morris was born in California in 1958 and began his career as a documentary conflict photographer working almost exclusively for TIME Magazine, where he has been on contract since 1990. He has been credited with redefining political coverage in America during his years working at the White House for TIME Magazine from 2000 till 2009. Simultaneously to his career as a photojournalist, Morris has expanded his work into the fashion world. He has received various awards, including the Robert Capa Gold Medal, the Olivier Rebbot Award, the Journalism Award from the Overseas Press Club, two Infinity Awards for photojournalism from the International Center of Photography in New York, the PDN Look Fashion Editorial Award and numerous World Press Photo awards. Morris is a founding member of VII Agency based in New York.
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“Congo in Conversation” with Finbarr O’Reilly
As the COVID-19 pandemic spread across the world in 2020, swiftly closing down borders, Finbarr O’Reilly and 11 Congolese photographers—who were collaborating on a vast project addressing the human, social and ecological challenges that the DRC faces today—quickly adapted themselves to the new reality and created a unique collaborative online chronicle, an uninterrupted and unprecedented stream of articles, photo essays, and videos housed on a dedicated website called “Congo in Conversation” that has also resulted in a bilingual monograph of the same name. The 11th Carmignac Photojournalism Award funded the project. In this VII Insider talk, VII agency photographer Ziyah Gafic and Finbarr discuss the project’s evolution and execution, the history and politics of photojournalism in the Congo, the importance of diversity and representation in photojournalistic narratives, and using institutional power and privilege to lift up underrepresented voices and develop the next generation of storytellers. Finbarr O’Reilly is an independent photographer and multimedia journalist, and the author of the nonfiction memoir, Shooting Ghosts, A U.S. Marine, a Combat Photographer, and Their Journey Back from War (Penguin Random House 2017). Finbarr lived for 12 years in West and Central Africa and has spent two decades covering conflicts in Congo, Chad, Sudan, Afghanistan, Libya, and Gaza. He is the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize exhibition photographer and a frequent contributor to The New York Times. His photography and multimedia work has earned numerous industry honors, including First Place in the Portraits category at the 2019 World Press Photo Awards. He was also winner of the World Press Photo of the Year in 2006 and earned a 2020 Emmy for the PBS Frontline documentary, Ebola in Congo. Finbarr is a Canon Ambassador. Ziyah Gafic is an award-winning photojournalist and videographer based in Sarajevo focusing on societies locked in a perpetual cycle of violence and Muslim communities around the world. He covered major stories in over 50 countries. Ziyah’s work received many prestigious awards such as multiple awards at World Press Photo, Grand Prix Discovery of the Year at Les Rencontres d’Arles, Hasselblad Masters Award, City of Perpignan Award for Young Reporters at Visa pour l’Image, Photo District News, Getty Images grant for editorial photography, TED fellowship, Prince Claus grant, and Magnum Emergency fund grant. His work is regularly published in leading international publications. Ziyah authored several monographs including “Troubled Islam – short stories from troubled societies”, “Quest for Identity,” and the most recent, “Heartland.”
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Creating Impact New Visual Perspectives on the Climate Crisis
This symposium explores three urgent questions about creating impactful communications on the climate crisis, in advance of the UN Climate Change Conference 2021 (COP26) to be held in Glasgow, Scotland starting 1 November 2021: How can visual images and stories impact the climate crisis agenda? Are there new global voices and perspectives emerging? How can images improve public engagement ahead of COP26? Hosted by VII Insider, the symposium is a collaboration between Climate Visuals, University of the Arts London’s Photography and Arts Research Centre, Slideluck Editorial and The VII Foundation. VII Insider events are made possible by the generous support of PhotoWings. This hour-long event, held on 30 June 2021, also introduced the Climate Visuals programme, its evidence base and previewed submissions to ‘Visualizing Climate Change: An Open Call for Photography’, which is a partnership with TED Countdown. Moderator: Paul Lowe Participants and Agenda: Toby Smith, Climate Visuals Introduction to Climate Visuals, its evidence base on impact, and the concept behind the ‘Visualizing Climate Change’ initiative Maria Teresa Salvati, Slideluck Editorial A personal selection from the Open Call highlighting new voices and perspectives on climate change Nichole Sobecki, VII Recent photographic work on the climate crisis Moderated Q&A
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Digital Silver Imaging Technical Webinar Series B&W Workflow
How you execute your black & white conversion can make-or-break your image and your print. Simply selecting “grey scale’ results in soulless black & white conversions. Photoshop® and Lightroom® expert Joe Brady shares how he converts his images from color to black & white. Joe steps you through the process in clear easy to follow steps. Also included is a how-to on the Nik Silver Efex Pro plug-in. Instructor – Joe Brady Topics include: Creating a dynamic black & white conversion Demonstrate best practices using Lightroom® and Adobe Photoshop® Review of Nik Software Silver Efex Pro plugin Black & white printing options Question and answer
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VII Community Presents - Perspectives from Africa
This new series showcases recent work from alumni of VII Community. Every few months, we will invite two to three alumni of VII Community to present their stories on a particular theme. VII Community, in partnership with PhotoWings, provides a career-enhancing network for VII Academy and Foundry Photojournalism Workshop alumni worldwide. In this first episode, we will be seeing and discussing the work of alumni Roger Anis (his project “Oh Mysterious Nile…Will you be Immortal?”), Amina Kadous (“White Gold”), and Geremew Tigabu (“Eye of the Storm”).
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VII Community Presents: Perspectives from Asia
This series showcases recent work from alumni of VII Community. Every few months, we will invite two to three alumni of VII Community to present their stories on a particular theme. VII Community, in partnership with PhotoWings, provides a career-enhancing network for VII Academy and Foundry Photojournalism Workshop alumni worldwide. In this episode, we will be discussing the work of alumni Ranita Roy with her project “Standing on the Edge”, Nhàn Tran with her project “Between the Silent Eyes” and Billy H.C. Kwok with his project “For So Many Years When I Close My Eyes”.
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Photo Stories about Small Communities
This series showcases recent work from members of VII Community. Every few months, VII Insider invites photographers from VII Community to present their stories. In this episode, we look at three photography projects that document life in small communities. VII Community provides ongoing education and support to a network of VII Academy alumni and Foundry Photojournalism Workshop participants. VII Community is a program of The VII Foundation in partnership with PhotoWings. We are delighted to be joined by Peruvian photographer Francisco Vigo, who will present his project “Soon the Rain Will Come”, capturing the Porcón community located next to the Yanacocha mine, one of the most important mines in Peru. Ksenia Ivanova, a Russian photographer currently based in Georgia, will discuss her series “Between the Trees”, offering insight into the Russian-occupied breakaway Georgian regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Bulgarian photographer Mihaela Aroyo will showcase “Dreaming in Bulgarian”, giving voice to the Bulgarian diaspora living in the historical region of Bessarabia within Moldova and Ukraine. The event will be moderated by VII contrinuting photographer Anush Babajanyan.
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Photo Stories from the Square Mile Initiative
This series showcases recent work from members of VII Community, in partnership with PhotoWings. Every few months, VII Insider invites photographers from VII Community to present their stories. In this episode, we look at three photographers whose work is featured in “Square Mile” at the Photoville Festival. VII Community provides ongoing education and support to a network of VII Academy alumni and Foundry Photojournalism Workshop participants. VII Community is a program of The VII Foundation in partnership with PhotoWings. Square Mile is an initiative that presents diverse photographic explorations by members of VII Community. It is a geographic framework, signifying a local focus on spaces where personal, local, and global influences intersect. The projects explore how themes such as climate change, identity, history, legacy, migration, gender, and environment appear within a local perspective. We are delighted to be joined by Peruvian photographer Alejandra Orosco, who presents her project “ Only Memories Do Not Drown”, highlighting the 1978 story of El Peñol, a town whose residents were compelled to relocate because of a hydroelectric project that would eventually supply 30% of Colombia’s population with energy. Doug Barrett is an American photographer who will discuss his series “Riley’s Cancel Journey.” Seven-year-old Riley Simmons faced WilmsTumor, a rare form of kidney cancer. Doug documented the emotions that Riley and her family experienced as they began their courageous battle for survival. Nepalese photographer Uma Bista showcases “ Stay Home, Sisters,” a personal project that addresses taboos surrounding menstruation. During ‘Chhaupadi,’ each month, women in Western Nepal are subjected to a ritual of isolation. Deemed impure, they are forced to stay in cowsheds. The event will be moderated by VII contributing photographer Espen Rasmussen.
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Photoville Education Field Trip: VII Community and PhotoWing's "Square Mile"
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Photo Stories Documenting Abuse
This series showcases recent work from members of VII Community, in partnership with PhotoWings. Every few months, VII Insider invites photographers from VII Community to present their stories. In this episode, we look at three photography projects that documenting human rights violations. VII Community provides ongoing education and support to a network of VII Academy alumni and Foundry Photojournalism Workshop participants. VII Community is a program of The VII Foundation in partnership with PhotoWings. We are delighted to be joined by Ecuadorian photographer David Diaz Arcos, who presents his project “Bird’s Nest” telling the stories of young adolescent women who are survivors of sexual exploitation in Ecuador. Italian photographer Viviana Peretti, currently based in Colombia, discusses her series “Searching for Lost Lives” sharing a light on the people who forcibly disappeared in Colombia. Iranian photographer Shirin Abedi, who grew up and lives in Hanover, shows “Invisible Students” which investigates the long-term effects of school bullying in Germany. The event is moderated by The VII Foundation contributing photographer Anush Babajanyan.
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