The author begins the article by explaining how powerful photography is and gives an example of the Vietnam War. He gives us background knowledge on photography and how effective television was during the war. Photographers would be interested in the impact of photographs. For example, “Visual journalism can emphasize the costs and benefits of policies by putting a human face on issues that appear abstract” (Ferbous 22). This helps us understand how photography is used to help others. Photographers and activist would be interested in reading this article since it pertains to their field of knowledge. By giving examples and showing how photographer is effective, it might make documentary photographers feel appreciated as well as show activist on how information is getting people to take action. An example of photography’s impact is “prize-winning “Napalm Girl,” added to the power of the protests and unpopular public opinion that contributed to the United States ultimate retreat” …show more content…
The author is using his first-hand experience to further his cause of getting people to take action. Nathan Fitch and Ferbous worked together to create “The Cost of Fashion,” a project dedicated to informing viewers of the “collapse and third world production to western consumerism and cutthroat competition for low prices” (Ferbous23). He also used his photographs on websites and competitions to serve as a platform for people to learn more on the collapse. Calling people to action by informing them of the crisis, and representing the