The Candid Frame: Conversations on Photography

TCF Ep. 578 - David Hume Kennerly

Feb 1, 2022
David Hume Kennerly, a Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer, discusses his remarkable journey capturing pivotal moments in history. He shares harrowing accounts from the Vietnam War, reflecting on the emotional toll of his experiences and the psychological impacts of conflict. Kennerly emphasizes the power of presidential photography in shaping political narratives and shares personal anecdotes from his time as Gerald Ford’s White House photographer. He also explores the evolution of photography amidst changing technology, highlighting the importance of storytelling and preserving archives.
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