By Mona Austin Within the last 3 months I have been contacted by two talented photographers who want access to the White House. They both have professional experience and good work. But neither is a photojournalist and it shows. It is evident to me that they are not well versed in the jargon or ways of the field. The White House press corps is made up of members of the working press. Just like press and media are not equivalent, there is a difference between the style and editorial or artistic expression of a wedding photographer or someone who specializes in portraits. Photojournalism is a unique discipline and course of study that engages a specific skill set beyond taking nice shots. Having a portfolio of great, high profile shots does not mean you are ready to meet demanding filing deadlines or tell an accurate story with a caption. This makes a difference in THE WORK and how one functions within the unwritten rules of the field. The White House I found it interesting that the i...
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