Week 4 forum post :D

TOPIC 1: NPPA CODE OF ETHICS -- Look at the National Press Photographers Association Code of Ethics posted on Moodle.

Which item in the "Code of Ethics” section do you find most compelling? EXPLAIN WHY that stands out.
Resist being compelled by staged photo opportunities.

I find this interesting, as it doesn't just tell you to avoid staging shots, but rather warns you to not take the opportunity in the first place. Something I wouldn't have thought of, but a possibility o be careful about nonetheless.

Next, look at the list under "Ideally, photojournalists should ...” Again, pick the item that most stands out for you and EXPLAIN WHY you think it matters.
Strive to be HUMBLE and unobtrusive.

I was interested in this rule, as it states that we as photojournalists should strive to be humble. That is something that I feel like would be often overlooked or forgotten, when you are trying to get that perfect shot.

Write about an EXAMPLE that illustrates one of the principles you highlighted from the NPPA Code of Ethics. In other words, how would you apply the rule?

To give an example of the staged photo opportunity, perhaps you are walking down the street, looking for a good shot, and you see a burned out building, and next to it, on a clean building, a political ad. Do you discreetly switch the poster to the destroyed structure for the effect? No, instead take the shot as is, or keep looking.
TOPIC 2: FAVORITE PHOTOS -- As we approach the midpoint of the term, let's do a shoutout for some of your fellow students' work.

Go through the class blog and pick out TWO PHOTOS by TWO DIFFERENT STUDENTS other than yourself that you appreciate.

Then tell why you like the photo (e.g. great subject, angle, use of light, details in the caption). Be sure to include LINKS to your favorite photos! If you like, POST A COPY of the photos, too.