Edward Curtis and "The North American Indian": An Exploration of Truth and Objectivity

Theodore Roosevelt remarked that Curtis’ work was ‘has far more than mere accuracy, because it is truthful.’ But can truth be beyond accuracy? How far can we trust the objectivity of the photographer?

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Interview with Smita Sharma on “Stolen Lives”

After my podcast interview with Smita Sharma earlier this autumn, I wanted to learn more about her experience photographing “Stolen Lives: The harrowing story of two girls sold into sexual slavery” for National Geographic.

“Dreaming Food”: A Reflection on Responses and Responsibilities

One of the most written about controversies of 2018 was Dreaming Food by Alessio Mamo. Here is a break down of the key points.