Share
The Pyrrhic Victory of “Hands Up, Don’t Shoot” in Photos
In August, Scott Olson’s photo of a defiant, kneeling man, captured the all the complexity and emotion of the tragedy in Ferguson. TIME featured ...
In August, Scott Olson’s photo of a defiant, kneeling man, captured the all the complexity and emotion of the tragedy in Ferguson. TIME featured a vertical crop on their cover.
Artist Eric Drooker credited Olson as the inspiration for an oil painting used as a New Yorker cover in the same week.
This week in Ferguson, MO, a grand jury decided against indicting Officer Darren Wilson. A wave of protests ensued, and Getty photographer Justin Sullivan captured this incredible silhouette of a man with his hands up rimmed by the light of cop cars.
As protests turned to rioting and destruction of property, St. Louis-based Whitney Curtis captured a gesture of defiance and victory against a burning backdrop.
Between the vitriol and tragedy of Ferguson, one thing is clear: the photography from this seminal moment in American history have been some of the best reportage of the new millenium.
You May Also Like
-
Expert Advice and Top Tips from Pro Photographers for 2024
What’s one piece of advice you would give to aspiring or up-and-coming photographers? We asked nine experienced photographers and PhotoShelter members to share their top tips for those looking to get ahead in their photography careers. From finding your own visual voice to working with a mentor or photo assistant, each piece of advice listed […]
-
What’s On Your Photography Holiday Wish List?
The holiday season is around the corner and that means it’s the perfect opportunity to upgrade your gear or find that special gift for the visual storyteller or photography enthusiast in your life. We reached out to a handful of renowned photographers and PhotoShelter members, each with their unique styles and preferences, to bring you […]
-
Share a Photo That Means the World to You
We all have a photo that means the world to us. Maybe it’s one we made ourselves – the first photo from our first camera. It could be an old family photo in a beloved photo album. Or maybe it’s an iconic image that hangs on our wall at home. With World Photography Day coming […]