Photographer Arrested at Protests Has Felony Assault Charges Dropped
A photojournalist arrested while covering a Pro-Palestinian protest at a university had his assault charges dropped following an outcry.
Man Who Killed Photographer Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison
The man who fatally shot photographer Tyler Gerth during a protest following the death of Breonna Taylor has been sentenced to 30 years in prison.
Photojournalists and NPPA Achieve Historic Settlement with the NYPD
A group of press photographers reached a historical settlement with the New York City Police Department Tuesday, with an agreement that has the potential to transform police conduct and training, especially regarding the First Amendment for both journalists and the general public.
Chinese Protestors are Flipping Videos and Using Filters to Evade Internet Police
Chinese protestors angry with endless COVID restrictions have been flipping videos filmed on their phones and adding filters to avoid the government's online censors.
BBC Cameraman Beaten and Arrested While Covering Protests in China
A senior BBC cameraman was arrested and beaten up while covering anti-lockdown protests in China yesterday.
Iranian Photographer Set To Shoot World Cup is Arrested and Disappears
An Iranian photographer, who was about to embark on his "dream" of shooting the World Cup, has reportedly been arrested and imprisoned in his home country.
Police Training on Photographers’ Rights Aims to Curb Violence Against Press
After a spate of lawsuits following the George Floyd protests, relations between police and media have never been more strained, or more complicated.
Photographer Gets $350,000 Payout After Sustaining Injury During Protests
A photographer is in line for a $350,000 payout from Denver Police after he nearly lost his finger while covering the George Floyd protests in 2020.
Photos Show What Life Looked Like for Iranian Women Before 1979 Revolution
Following the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in police custody, women have been protesting against Iran's religious regime for nearly a month. As the country continues to protest, photos show what life looked like for Iranian women before the 1979 revolution.
Photographer Claims Police Threw Him onto an Exploding Gas Canister
A documentary photographer has filed a lawsuit against the United States Department of Homeland Security, alleging that during a protest in 2020, they threw him onto a gas canister that exploded beneath him, causing third-degree burns.
Russian Tennis Star Writes ‘No War Please’ on Live TV Camera Lens
Russian tennis star Andrey Rublev wrote "No War Please" on a live television camera just moments after he won his match and advanced to the final at the Dubai Championships.
Andrew Hallinan Translates Fine Art Street Photography Into Social Action
Brooklyn-based photographer Andrew Hallinan has been attending Black Lives Matter protests for a year. As he started to bring his camera on marches, he began to capture the police in striking rave-like flash photographs, blending fine art and social action.
Police in Minnesota Round Up, Detain Photographers Covering a Protest
Journalists and photographers covering the protest of the death of Daunte Wright in Minneapolis this past Friday night were rounded up by law enforcement, forced on their stomachs, and only released after they had their faces and press credentials photographed.
Unsurprisingly, Images That Mirror Life During COVID-19 Surged in Popularity This Year
Early on in the pandemic, you may have noticed that commercials did not deviate from norms, which led to a bit of a reality disconnect between viewers and advertisers. Eight months later, that definitely has changed.
Belarus Protesters Use AI to ‘Unmask’ Riot Police Wearing Face Coverings
A Blarus-born digital artist named Andrew Maximov recently went viral after posting a video that shows how it is possible to "unmask" riot police who are violently cracking down on protesters in his home country, even if the only part of their face that is visible is their eyes.
The Louisville Protest Shooting Victim was a 27-Year-Old Photographer
On Saturday, a gunman fired at anti-police brutality protesters in Louisville's Jefferson Square Park, killing one person. That individual has now been identified as Tyler Gerth, a 27-year-old photographer who had been working to document the movement.
‘Anonymous Camera’ App Uses AI to Blur Faces, Distort Voices and More
A new iOS app called Anonymous Camera promises to be the most comprehensive solution for journalists and citizen photographers who want to capture photos and video without revealing the identity of their subject.
Leica Store in SoHo Looted During Last Night’s Protests in NYC
If you see some suspiciously affordable Leica gear popping up on the used market in the coming days, take note: it may be the result of looting that took place in New York City's SoHo neighborhood during last night's protests sparked by the death of George Floyd.
Capturing Kindness and Raw Humanity Inside the Minneapolis Protests
As someone who is used to going around the world and capturing scenes of humanity among social situations, I knew I had to go immediately to the Minneapolis protests to get the real story. When I saw the news showing only negativity and destruction, I knew far too well that it couldn't be the entire story.
Iconic Central Camera Destroyed by Fire During Looting in Chicago
The iconic 121-year-old camera store Central Camera in Chicago was seriously damaged by a fire over the weekend amidst protests and rioting the erupted after the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officers.
Photojournalist Blinded by Rubber Bullet While Covering Protests in Minnesota
A freelance photographer from Nashville, TN has been left permanently blind in her left eye after she was shot in the face with a rubber bullet while covering the clash between protesters and the police in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Friday night.
Sony World Photography Awards Accused of Censorship After Pulling Hong Kong Protest Photos
The Sony World Photography Awards is being accused of censorship by the photojournalist community this week after the renowned competition pulled down multiple photo series depicting the pro-Democracy protests in Hong Kong, blaming the photos' "sensitive nature."
Photographer Found Stabbed to Death After Covering Anti-Government Protests in Chile
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) and UNESCO are calling for a "thorough investigation" into the death of freelance photographer and journalist Albertina Martínez, who was found dead in her apartment mere days after she went out to cover anti-government protests in Chile.
Hong Kong Protester Lasers Are Frying Photographers’ Cameras
Protesters in Hong Kong are widely using handheld laser pointers in their anti-government demonstrations, and some photographers on the ground are reporting damaged sensors after their cameras were exposed to the powerful beams of light.
This is How Hong Kong Photojournalist Are Protesting Police Actions
Hong Kong police held a press conference yesterday to discuss the anti-extradition bill protests that have been raging this week. Photojournalists showed up to the presser wearing helmets, gas masks, and safety vests in protest of the excessive force they say police have been using against them.
That ‘Debunking’ of a Paris Protest Fire Photo is Fake
One of the most viral photos of the past few days has been a side-by-side comparison of two photos that purports to show how photographers covering the Paris protests are misrepresenting the truth.
Pro Tips for Photojournalism at Protests and Riots
My name is Ettore Chiereguini, and I'm a freelance photographer from Brazil. Here are some things I've learned about photographing riots and protests.
Ride Along: Photographing a Protest in Los Angeles
My name is Jayrol San Jose, and I am a photojournalist based in Los Angeles. I'm a professional photographer, but being new to journalism, I've found that covering protests is a great place to start. I've covered around 25 protests this year in the Los Angeles area. This one, in particular, was put on by Occupy I.C.E. Los Angeles.
Photographers Beaten and Abducted in Bangladesh Student Protests
Massive road safety protests in Bangladesh are making headlines around the world due to the violent crackdown being conducted by the government. In addition to students being attacked, photographers are also finding themselves in the crosshairs: some are being beaten in the streets, and one prominent photojournalist was abducted hours after giving a news interview.
St. Louis Police Ordered to Reaffirm Journalist Rights Once a Month
The St. Louis police department has just made a big move in support of photographer and journalist rights: police officers are now being ordered to read and acknowledge the rights of journalists once a month.