Karen Ballard at Xposure highlights importance of photojournalism

Sharjah 24: Karen Ballard, an award-winning photojournalist, based in Los Angeles, highlighted the role of truth in the field of photography, as the evolving role of photojournalism and cinematography in recording history and inspiring the audience is more important than ever. Given her expertise in photography, she called on new photographers to find a story close to home.

Role of photojournalism and cinematography in recording history and inspiring the audience

In statements to “Sharjah 24”, during the opening day of the ninth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival 2025, Karen Ballard, shared words of wisdom on the evolving role of photojournalism and cinematography in recording history and inspiring the audience, stressing that function of this form of photography is more important today than ever, while calling on the need to find truth in photography.

Advice to the new generation of photographers aiming to make an impact

Given her wide range of expertise in the field of photography, she advised the new generations photographers, aiming to make an impact in this dynamic and ever-changing field to find a story close to home. She said, “Find a story that you can stick with and share with the world. Find your truth and find it through your pictures and share that with the world.”