The Candid Frame: Conversations on Photography

TCF Ep. 450 - David Burnett

Jan 1, 2019

Photojournalist David Burnett shares insights on capturing history through iconic images like Olympic moments and Juan Perón's funeral. He discusses the balance of storytelling and visual impact in photography, reflecting on the challenges and triumphs of his 5-decade career.

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Quick takeaways

David Burnett showcases the evolution of a career in photography through storytelling and adaptability.

Combining visual aesthetics with narrative storytelling is pivotal for impactful photojournalism.

Experimenting with unconventional equipment and techniques, like Holga and speed graphic cameras, can yield unique photographic outcomes.

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Photojournalism Career Evolution

It's not just about longevity in photography, but also about having a career that evolves and allows photographers to be their best. The story of photojournalist David Burnett exemplifies this journey. From covering conflicts to major events like elections and sports, Burnett's focus on storytelling sets him apart. By pursuing unique angles and moments, like capturing Mary Decker's emotional moment at the 1984 Olympics, he showcases the significance of being in the right place at the right time.

Introduction

3min

Capturing Moments of Grief and Joy

13min

Capturing History Through the Lens

20min

Reflections on Gratitude and Future Support

2min

A Different Perspective

6min

Capturing Trauma: The Story Behind the Iconic Photograph

14min

Preserving Ownership and Personal Memories in Photography

9min

Concluding Conversations and Promotions in Photography

3min

David Burnett is a photojournalist with more than 5 decades of work covering the news, the people, and visual tempo of our age. He is co-founder of Contact Press Images, the New York based photojournalism agency. In an issue of American Photo magazine, Burnett was named one of the "100 Most Important People in Photography." (That made his mom very happy.) In the spring of 2018, David was awarded the Sprague Award for Lifetime Achievement from the National Press Photographers Assn., though he claims he is trying to figure out what his subsequent 'lifetime' work will be. In his career, he has created photographs of history unfolding: war, sport, politics, the famous, the infamous, and the Unfamous. In a world gone mad over digital photography, his kit includes a 70-year-old Speed Graphic press camera, and a plastic $30 HOLGA. Each has a place alongside his digital cameras, each camera a tool to find the right look for the right moment. Resources: Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download for . Click here to download Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with contributing to our Patreon effort. You can do this by visiting or visiting the website and clicking on the Patreon button. You can also provide a one-time donation via . You can follow Ibarionex on and .

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