Written reflection to the work of James Natchwey
Please answer all of the following questions in complete sentences
PART 1:
Watch James Natchwey’s Ted talk acceptance speech, filmed in 2007
Answer the questions Based on James Natchwey TED talk acceptance speech.
TED TALK Begin time: 2:49
- What tradition did James Natchwey want to follow?
- Why “drove” James Natchwey war photography? What did his photos serves as?
- What events have James Natchwey been involved in? PLease name 5 of them and describe what he saw and or what was happening at that time?
TED TALK time: 8:54 Hint : Key into what he says… “He is a witness”..
4. What does he want his photographs to serve as?
PART 2:
Watch James Natchwey’s War Photographer Documentary
- Please describe the opening scene and your reactions to the opening scene.
- Please list and describe your reactions to three of the places James covered during this film.
- How do James Natchway friends describe him?
- In the closing remarks by James, what is his message?
PART 3:
Based on the TED talk and the documentary please write your own reflection in your own words:
- How do photographs convey meaning? How do viewers contribute to constructing that meaning?
- How are photographs similar to and different from other kinds of communication?
- What role can James photographs play in revealing injustice? What role can his images play in encouraging people to take action against injustice?
- How do photographs show activism and activists?