Their images have informed, moved, and sometimes changed the course of history, but tragically, many of these brave storytellers have lost their lives in the process. Others have been injured or continue to work in dangerous places, risking their lives daily to bring us the stories.
For many of us, photography spans a spectrum of emotions and interpretations, from art and advocacy to simple joy and many more. While iconic images have shaped our perceptions and legendary photographers have inspired us, have we ever paused to reflect on the visionaries behind the lens? What drives their passion, and how do they view their art?
For World Photography Day, we have pulled some inspiring words and photos highlighting IMAGO’s photographers and their stories.
