Chapters four and five of Kobré’s book cover some of my favorite aspects of photojournalism, from a consumer’s perspective. Both features and portraits are (generally) incredibly interesting, unique and uplifting. In feature photographs, as Kobré explains, we’re offered a break from the grim onslaught of black and gray often seen in news. Instead we’re greeted … Continue reading RR: Kobré 4 & 5 →

Illustrations can be powerful, but I think they need to be used carefully. In an entertainment magazine they fit in well, but in a news publication, they can come across as tacky. In order for illustrations to work in a professional or sophisticated context, they need to be created with care. Some of my favorite … Continue reading RR: Kobré 14 →