{"id":103153,"date":"2022-01-25T15:54:07","date_gmt":"2022-01-25T23:54:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.picsart.tools\/?p=103153"},"modified":"2022-01-25T15:55:24","modified_gmt":"2022-01-25T23:55:24","slug":"documentary-photography","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/documentary-photography\/","title":{"rendered":"Documentary Photography: The Only Guide You\u2019ll Ever Need"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is arguably one of the most essential genres of photography. It captures the truth found in everyday people, places, objects, and events. This type of photography walks a fine line between fine art and photojournalism by telling a story about real life and ultimately historical events.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"What_is_Documentary_Photography\">What is Documentary Photography?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what is documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> anyways?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> records the world as it exists, without stage managing, directing, or editing the scene. Whether you\u2019re <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-use-wide-angle-lenses-effectively\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">using a wide-angle lens<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to capture chaotic moments of war or you\u2019re snapping close-ups of people playing soccer in the street, these images tell the viewer a story.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Separate from abstract or street photography, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> styles offer a unique perspective on world events in the form of real-life, on the ground reportage. They capture all the realness and rawness that exists in everyday life and ultimately become a part of the historical record for future generations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103177\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/1-7.jpg\" alt=\"woman shooting street photography\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Who_Are_Some_Famous_Documentary_Photographers\">Who Are Some Famous Documentary Photographers?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some early examples of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include the work of Joseph Riis at the turn of the 20th century, where he used photographs to inspire change in New York slums. Dorthea Lange, another documentary photographer from the 1930s, captures photos depicting the Great Depression in the United States. Henri Cartier-Bresson, a French photographer, inspired the start of candid photography with his book <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Decisive Moment<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s examine what makes a good documentary photographer, how you can become one, and some helpful <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography tips<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get you started. But first, let\u2019s review the different types of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography styles<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103261\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/3-6.jpg\" alt=\"man capturing documentary photography in front of a building\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Types_of_Documentary_Photography\">Types of Documentary Photography\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Social Documentary\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This powerful <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography style<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> emerged as artists began to view their cameras as tools for social change. Not all photographers in this category aspire to create social change with their photos. However, many shed light on injustice and inequality in communities, striving to use their images for the betterment of society.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>War Documentary<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the early 1800s, when cameras were still a new technology, photographers documented events such as the Crimean War and the US Civil War. Photographers today continue to document wars all over the world, capturing conflict and chaos on the frontlines as well as the aftermath of post-war.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Conservation Photography<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography style<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> uses photographs to capture nature and landscapes with the goal of supporting conservation work. This genre emerged in the 1860s following the US Civil War when government-sponsored geological surveys documented the remote landscapes of the West.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fun fact: conservation photos taken in 1864 for the California State Geological Survey played a primary role in establishing Yosemite National Park.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103198\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/4-5.jpg\" alt=\"conservation documentary photographer in a forrest\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Ethnographic Photography<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This style stems from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ethnography<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or the scientific research of a particular society. Starting around the 19th century, European photographers started traveling the world, bringing back photos of other cultures to their home countries. In 1888, the National Geographic Society launched <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Geographic Magazine<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which featured photographic content of different regions, cultures, tribal peoples, and civilizations all over the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"What_Makes_a_Good_Documentary_Photographer\">What Makes a Good Documentary Photographer?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with any craft, practice makes perfect. If you\u2019re new to photography, it\u2019s important to master the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/post\/photography-for-beginners\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fundamentals of photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to set yourself up for success. Once you grasp the basics of photography such as lighting and composition, get to know your equipment and how to take the best photographs in a variety of environments. Get comfortable shooting in different environments such as indoor, outdoor, sunny, foggy, light, dim, close-ups, and wide-angles. And be prepared to adjust your camera settings depending on the situation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some documentary photographers use simple <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/post\/how-enhance-photo\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">photo enhancement methods<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in post-production to help draw the viewer\u2019s eye into a specific part of the photo. You\u2019ll find what\u2019s right for you and define your own documentary photography style with practice. And the end of the day, when it comes to good <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you need strong photography skills, a critical eye, and the ability to tell a story through your work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103219\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/5-5.jpg\" alt=\"documentary photographer capturing a mountain lake setting\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"How_to_Become_a_Documentary_Photographer\">How to Become a Documentary Photographer?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There isn\u2019t a simple answer on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to become a documentary photographer<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but it certainly requires both skill and passion. Each project presents a different challenge that demands patience, creativity, and courage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether your path to becoming a documentary photographer begins in school or from passion projects in your free time, the important thing is to follow your curiosity. As documentary photographer Alexander Cohn says, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIf there\u2019s something you have questions about, other people probably have questions about it. Pursue that, and you might be onto something.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Documentary_Photography_Tips\">Documentary Photography Tips<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tells us the true story in a way no other photography genre can. Consider using these 10 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tips on your next shoot:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>1. Be a Photographer, Not a Director<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most critical <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tips is to capture the world as it is. That means, no directing people on how to dress, how to pose, what activity to do, what objects to hold, etc. You want to capture the truth behind what you see and seize the moment as it is. Once you start actively directing any part of the scene, you lose the authenticity, and it no longer is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2. Be Open and Be Ready<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be open to what life presents to you. You may have a creative vision in your head, but fixating on that will prevent you from capturing spontaneous moments that could potentially create some amazing work. The other side of that coin is the art of anticipating the moment. Sometimes you have to slow down, observe the scene, take note of the subjects and their movement, and wait for the exact moment you want to capture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3. Back Against the Wall<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When shooting indoors, you\u2019ll want to capture the space and allow as much of the setting to show as possible to give the photo better context. This means you\u2019ll often have to back up against a wall or stand on a chair to capture as much of a room as possible. Pro tip: use a wider lens to capture more of the setting in your shot.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4. Don\u2019t Cut Off Edges<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When taking a photograph, the center of the frame is important, but don\u2019t neglect the edges. Take note of what objects are along the edges and decide whether you want them in your photograph. If possible, don\u2019t cut off objects along the edge of your frame so that your composition looks nice and polished. <\/span>Pro tip: use <a style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\" href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/post\/the-golden-ratio-how-why-you-should-use-it-in-design\">the golden ratio<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to your advantage here.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>5. Always Have Your Camera on Hand<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes the best photos are captured in spontaneous moments, so you\u2019ll want your camera at the ready. Make sure your camera is always prepared with a memory card and fully charged battery. That way, it\u2019s ready to grab and go. We also recommend carrying a good handbag that you can throw your camera into on your way out. Real life is filled with photo opportunities and you don\u2019t want to miss them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103240\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/2-6.jpg\" alt=\"photographer capturing a fast moving blurry truck\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>6. Practice Your People Skills and Get Personal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photojournalist Ron Haviv explains how the technical aspects of photography are only part of the making of documentary photographs. \u201cThese are just straight people skills that have nothing to do with the camera. So much of the work that we have to do [we do while] the camera is in the bag. It\u2019s conversations. It\u2019s learning. It&#8217;s research. It\u2019s understanding what is happening around you.\u201d <\/span>Understanding your subjects by getting to know them will help you capture the special moments.<\/p>\n<p><b>7. Make a Commitment<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> projects can span the course of weeks, months, or even years. It\u2019s important to commit to spending time with your subjects, getting to know them and their surroundings. The rapport created between you and your subject will show through your work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>8. Organize and Protect Your Work <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> project may be a long commitment with a lot of content to sort through in the end. Create a system that works best for you to organize and manage your work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pro tip: upload your work immediately and add metadata on a daily basis. Backing up your work is crucial to preventing the loss of your work from damaged drives or other incidents. Save yourself the pain and trouble and protect your work from the start.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>9. Work With Locals<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re working in an unfamiliar environment, you might encounter some cultural barriers that you\u2019ll need to break through before you start shooting. Try connecting with local translators to break that barrier and communicate with your subjects. You can also try recruiting students from photo departments at nearby universities to work with you. This evolves your project into a collaborative effort, granting you an insider perspective that will help you open doors and understand the community better.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>10. Follow Your Curiosity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have a passion to explore the world around you. And, chances are your passion is shared by at least one other person in the world. So follow your curiosity to find the right documentary photography styles for you. This will make your photography work more enjoyable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>How to Edit Documentary Photos<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know what is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documentary photography<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019re ready to start shooting, right? Consider using a creative platform like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.app.link\/4pv7HdD7S9\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Picsart<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to enhance your photos before publishing them. Follow these easy instructions on how to edit photos using Picsart.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If editing on desktop:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Open the <a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/photo-editor\">Picsart Desktop Editor <\/a><\/span>and start a new project.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103282\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/1-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"starting a documentary photo editing project in picsart\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Click <i>Upload<\/i> on the bottom right and upload your image.\u00a0 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103303\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/2-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"how to upload an image to edit in picsart\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p>3. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, click on <em>Photos<\/em> in the left toolbar and a new toolbar will open above your canvas. Select <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effects <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and choose from<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> dozens of filter categories, each with unique filters and effects to try out. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pro tip: Black and White filters add a dramatic effect when applied to documentary photos.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103324\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/3-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"how to add a filter to a photo\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<p>4. To further enhance your photos, c<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lick the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adjust<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blend<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> options above your image. Here you can enhance the image\u2019s <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opacity, Fade, Hue, Brightness, Saturation, and Contrast.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103345\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/4-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"adjusting the opacity of a photo\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Need to resize your image from a poster to a social media size? Click the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Layout <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tool<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on the left-hand side and select the appropriate social media dimensions for your image.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103366\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/5-6.jpg\" alt=\"how to resize an image for a social media post in picsart\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Done editing your image to perfection? Click on <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Export <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at the top right of your screen to name your file, pick the image size, upscale, and download your image to your laptop.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103387\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/6-3.jpg\" alt=\"saving a documentary photography edit in picsart web\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Editing on a mobile device instead? Follow these easy steps.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Open the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.app.link\/4pv7HdD7S9\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Picsart mobile app<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and tap on the plus sign at the bottom of your screen to start a new edit.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upload the image you\u2019d like to edit from your camera roll.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103408\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/ios-1.jpg\" alt=\"how to edit documentary photography in picsart app\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. In the <em>Editor<\/em> toolbar on the bottom, tap <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effects<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and select from an impressive collection of photo filters.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tap <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the top right to save your edit. You can layer on multiple filters by repeating the above instructions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Pro tip: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Filters like HDR, Film, Cozy, Icy, Drama, Warm Color, and Crisp work well with documentary photography.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. For portrait editing, tap <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Retouch <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to make additional edits to your facial features. Use the <em>Face, Wrinkle, Blemish, Eye Bag<\/em>, and other tools as needed. Tap <em>Apply<\/em> when done.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103429\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/ios-2.jpg\" alt=\"how to edit documentary style portraits in picsart app\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need to crop your image? Click on <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tools<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, then <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crop<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and select the appropriate dimensions or tap the top ratio to enter a custom crop ratio. Adjust your image accordingly and tap Apply.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Hit<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Next <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Save<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your final edit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/editing-tools\"><b><i>Create at the Speed of Culture<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><b><i>Picsart is a full ecosystem of free-to-use content, powerful tools, and creator inspiration. With a billion downloads and more than 150 million monthly active creators, Picsart is the world\u2019s largest creative platform. Picsart has collaborated with major artists and brands like BLACKPINK, Taylor Swift, the Jonas Brothers, Lizzo, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Lopez, One Direction, Sanrio: Hello Kitty, Warner Bros. 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