Abstract Quote by James Nachtwey
“[Photography] puts a human face on issues which, from afar, can appear abstract or ideological or monumental in their global impact.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Photojournalism Talk, 2015
Photography humanizes distant, abstract issues by showing personal faces, making global impact more relatable.
In simple terms: Photos put a human face on big issues.
Use images to personalize complex topics.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- news reporting
- advocacy campaigns
- educational materials
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a face change your view of a problem?
- What responsibilities do photographers have?