Photojournalism as Art

Eddie Adams, Saigon, 1968

This photograph taken by Eddie Adams during the Vietnam War is perhaps one of the most famous photographs of all time. This photograph was taken from a photojournalist's perspective, but it is also recognized for its artistic photographic qualities. The heart-wrenching emotion captured in this photograph is undeniable; one knows that in a single moment this Vietnamese man will be shot dead. Due to its superior photographic qualities, this photo became an iconic image of the Vietnam War.