TED Talks Daily The power of an image -- and the mind behind it | Misan Harriman
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Aug 1, 2023 Misan Harriman, a self-taught photographer and trailblazer as the first Black man to shoot a British Vogue cover, shares his inspiring journey. He reflects on the transformative power of the internet in his art and personal growth, highlighting how it helped him overcome challenges as a neurodivergent child. Harriman discusses the importance of empathy in photography, emphasizing his work on global crises like the hunger crisis in the Horn of Africa, urging listeners to advocate for vulnerable populations.
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Finding Solace Online
- As a neurodivergent child sent to boarding school, Misan Harriman felt like an outsider.
- The internet became his solace, an "endless library of the extraordinary."
The Internet as an Awakening
- Online content awakened Harriman's mind, revealing his ability to process audiovisual experiences deeply.
- He found heroes and solace in artists like Fela Kuti, Joni Mitchell, and Pablo Neruda.
The Power of an Image
- Harriman frequently shared a powerful photo of Coretta Scott King by Moneda Sleet Jr.
- This image, taken at MLK's funeral, demonstrated photography's power to inspire action.
