Shooting a Photo Essay in 60 Minutes

See how a world-class photojournalist approaches the challenge of telling a photographic story with less than hour's shooting time.

Introduction

• Introducing the 60-minute photo essay

1. First Meeting and First Shots with Subject

• Creating a premeeting plan for the shoot
• Meeting the subject for the first time
• Breaking the ice with the initial shots

2. Create the Essay with Details and Environment

• Working toward an environmental portrait
• Documenting details and getting the subject to relax
• Wrapping the shoot and final shots

3. Review the Final Shots

• Reviewing the images from the shoot
• Final slideshow