Photojournalism

Photojournalism is a kind of journalism in which photos are used to communicate a news narrative. It is normally used to refer to still photos, but it may also refer to video, which is often seen in news broadcasts. Among the many close branches of photography, photojournalism stands out for having a rigid ethical framework that demands an honest but impartial approach that tells the storey in strictly journalistic terms. This distinguishes it from other close branches of photography (such as documentary photography, social documentary photography, street photography, and celebrity photography). Photojournalists provide a valuable contribution to the news media and assist communities in forming bonds with one another. A well-informed and knowledgable journalist is one who is able to communicate news in a creative way that is both educational and entertaining.

While a photojournalist is similar to a writer in that they must make decisions quickly and carry photographic equipment, they are frequently exposed to significant obstacles, including immediate physical danger, inclement weather, large crowds, and limited physical access to their subjects, among other things.