Don Mcullin Discusess His Contact Sheets (Video)

[Creagerj]

This is a very interesting video narrated by photographer Don Mcullin as reflects on photographing war and violence. Just a heads up the content is disturbing, so this is not a good thing to watch for those with a weak stomach or those at work.

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xc9es5_don-mccullin_creation

I was pretty moved by this video. I've been interested in documenting the darker side of humanity for a long time, and this video really makes me think twice about how far I would want to go with it, and how capable I am of actually doing it.

 

[HoodedOne]

Very impressive.
It reminds me a bit of James Nachtwey' TED prize winning speech
http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/eng/james_nachtwey_s_searing_pictures_of_war.html

And yes, it's a very interesting subject to photograph. But I know that it would tear me apart. So I just keep to the street, in this save and stable environment.

 

[TennesseJones]

thank you, fascinating man and link.

 

[c.poulton]

Just came across this post - very interesting video. Thanks for the heads up.

 

[raytoei@gmail.com]

thanks much for both the links. i am very humbled.