Photojournalist Spotlight: Miesha Williams
Dillard University graduate and photojournalist, Miesha Williams spoke to #DelaneyGPro recently on her experiences and life as a New Orleans free lance photojournalist.
Williams is a published photographer and works with many clients and creatives throughout the metro area. Striving to capture the story of authenticity and beauty in every shot. After speaking to Williams about her craft this is what she had to say:
Q. How do you use photos to tell a story?
A. I have to capture the essence with in the subject. I uses creative ideas to display the story they have or make a story come to life.
Q. Is the storytelling aspect of journalism a dying art?
A. It is definitely a growing art, because their are so many upcoming creatives that know how to execute themes and still have the point of the story clearly applied. Photojournalism is becoming an easier platform for people to express themselves upon.
Q. How has multimedia platforms helped or hurt your craft?
A. I love social media, it has helped me get reactions out of my audience and it helps me connect with people, conduct business, making a photographer, videographer, or any artist’s job easier.
