When Does Documentary Photography Become Exploitative Photography?

As I have gained more and more knowledge of documentary photography, I have found that there is a big issue with exploitation in the genre. And as a photographer wanting to better their skills in this specific…

Can Documentary Photography be Staged and Still be Real?

In my last photography class, I created a documentary photo that had been altered or changed in some way, in theory making the photo less objective. This peaked my interest because it led me to…

How is Documentary Photography Used in Society?

Documentary photography is a style of photography that provides a straightforward and accurate representation of people, places, objects and events, and is often used in reportage…