Reza Deghati is considered among the world’s great photojournalists. He has recently released a book, Reza War and Peace: A Photographers Journey.
.On December 13, 2008 National Public Radio’s (NPR) Scott Simon interviewed Reza. The interview discuses the book and gives us a look into the life of an extraordinary journalist. Reza has witnessed some of the Middle East and Asias recent conflicts up close and come away with an intimate look at his subjects. He seems to be able to create art and find intimate moments that have far greater depth than you might think possible when documenting conflict. It is confirming to hear his belief that being emotionally connected to your subject mater is what gives a photograph depth and power. This is something I have discovered in my recent work from Ladakh.
Listen to the interview here. At the NPR site you can also see a photo gallery of Reza’s images.
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