Female Triumphs and Trials

Nichole Sobecki is a photojournalist that has been stationed in Kenya since 1986. Nicole is a University of Tufts graduate who focused on conflict and human rights in various troubled countries across the world. Her personal website reads, “Nichole's work has been recognized by Pictures of the Year, the One World Media Awards, the Alexandra Boulat Award for Photojournalism, The Magenta Foundation, and The Jacob Burns Film Center, among others.” She has become a large contributor in Africa who promotes images to be captured on continent-wide mobile camera phones to take photos and capture images when the press cannot. Ms. Sobecki’s goal is to create and capture photographs that will involve the feeling and emotions that the picture brings with it, throughout the conflict, happiness, and humanity. 

Another courageous woman is Lindsay Addario who was abducted with her crew of three other men in Libya covering news during dangerous times. Unfortunately not only did she get kidnapped and beaten, but sexually assaulted due to her gender, while her crew of all men was only beaten. This proves the point that many in a world full of anger and hate ostracizes gender and especially women due to what people think of as “weakness.” 

Along with Lindsay Addario, the first female Parachute Journalist of the female gender in the Vietnam war was Catherine Leroy. Not only was she the first journalist of any gender in the Vietnam war, but she was also credited to the plenty of groundbreaking shots that made her stand out compared to everyone else. Being the only female war soldier/photojournalist at this time was completely and utterly opposed against due to the fact that no female was allowed in war of the sense and at the time was usually back home providing for the family of the men out at war. Due to her successful characteristics, Catherine proved her prominent standings in her field of study by capturing some of the most influential war photos of all time. Successful and dominant as some of these powerful female journalists are and may soon become, downsides like associated Press photographer Anja Niedringhaus was killed today, shot to death by an Afghan policeman while covering the upcoming national election. She covered conflicts from Bosnia to Afghanistan for more than 20 years, earning a Pulitzer Prize in 2005, as part of a team of AP photographers covering the Iraq War.”
Females are continued to be unequally treated compared to men. Employers are more willing to hire a male over a female. Women in workplaces tend to get paid less money doing the same job that a male does. A prime example would be the average salary a WNBA athlete makes compared to an NBA athlete. This being said the inside revenue couldn't be compared such as views, broadcast and ticket sales but only generally speaking an outrage is finally becoming brought to attention about the wage gap that is still going on to this day. Last year, the average WNBA salary was US$71,635, and this year appears to be closer to $75,000. The maximum veteran salary is $113,500. Meanwhile, for the upcoming NBA season, the minimum salary of a professional NBA player is $838,464. Of course, the NBA rakes in far more revenue. That being said revenue plays a large role in the salary gap but still doesn't explain the hundred thousand dollar differences in male and female checks. 


Photo by: (Nichole Sobecki)
Year Created: (1986)
Principle #1: (Rule of Thirds)
This photo contains three perspectives of the photojournalist in her natural habitat. One might view as an artsy captured photo but only people who know who this artist is will understand the significance of this woman. 
Principle #2: (Black and White)
Black and white, even though not seem to be dark and gloomy but more of a mysterious unleading view of the picture. Having this specific spot of the background provides the author comfortability with nature. Shows all aspects of what could be seen through one photo.
Principle #3: (Contrast)
Providing zero contrast to the photo besides nature. Allowing only ones self in the photo. Having specific product placement of the camera in the photo. 
Why did I choose the image?: I chose the image because it was a clear photo of the photojournalist. It helps with putting a face to a name when reading essays. Also, I wanted to find an unordinary shot of an unordinary thinker instead of finding just a broad mugshot. 
Photo by: (Getty Images)
Year Created: (Oct 9, 2019)
Principle #1: (Blurred Background)
Using this principle, the main target is the two women fighting against each other in a professional sport. This shows the intensity of the game and only the game. It provides the details of the two players that can only make an impact on if someone will core or not. 
Principle #2: (Texture)
The texture of this photo is very color coordinated. This image texture reveals the teams' pride in their jerseys. Also, this shows courage to pay for something of that standard. 
Principle #3: (Emotion)
Strong dominant emotion is applied to the photo. Not one side more than the other. It seems to make an adjustment towards two women working hard for their team. 
Why did I choose the image?:
I picked this photo to see the determination between the highly qualified WNBA players of today. I wanted to find something that would show athleticism and hustle. This photo provides a large insight on how strong of a professional sport this is.  
Photo by: (Anja Niedringhaus)
Year Created: (2/5/2005)
Principle #1: (Shadows)
There are no shadows. There is no protection for this young child. There is not anything to hide under when it becomes dangerous.
Principle #2: (Depth of Photo)
Many things can be taken away due to the depth but the main thing would be the scared child looking at the soldier for help. Maybe the child sees the soldier as an enemy and has no other choice but to side with him. The red x above the child's small body could be a marking of importance only to the ones there. 
Principle #3: (Simple Background)
Nothing out of the ordinary with a blank wall with blank metal doors. Cardboard cover for protection from the light. Hidden aspects of the photo.
Why did I choose the image?: 
I chose this image due to the deadly places photojournalists had to risk their lives in. Also to see the many perspectives of the soldier and child. Not only to find the true meaning behind the shot itself and why it was taken.

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