Why Photograph?

In a series of short documentaries and a forthcoming publication, the APJ visits the homes and studios of the country’s best photojournalists, documentary photographers and street photographers in an intimate exploration of their careers, work and practice.

Episode One — Stephen Dupont

Stephen Dupont is an Australian photojournalist, artist and photobook maker whose work has covered conflict, politics, portraiture and daily life. Dupont is mostly committed to long term personal projects and has been recognised around the world for his concerned photography on the human condition, war and climate. His images have received international acclaim for their artistic integrity and valuable insight into the people, culture and communities that are fast disappearing from our world.

Episode Two — Sam Ferris

Over the last decade, Sam Ferris has proven himself as one of the most talented street photographers Australia has ever seen. As a self-labelled "failed academic", Ferris found solace and friendships while wandering the streets of a new city with a camera in hand and in many ways, has spearheaded a new generation of Sydney street photographers, helping to grow this small community by founding the Aussie Street festival in 2019. His work has been recognized internationally and was a finalist in the 2019 Moran Contemporary Photographic Prize.

Episode Three - Paul Blackmore

Paul Blackmore is an acclaimed Sydney-based photojournalist whose work is renowned for covering social and political issues both in his home country and internationally. Blackmore’s books, work and essays have been exhibited and published widely. His highly regarded first book, Australians: Response to the Land examined how the tough Australian environment animates and influences Australian culture and his later book, Heat glimpsed Australians' refuge in the ocean throughout three consecutive Sydney heatwaves.

Episode Four - Isabella Moore

Isabella Moore is an Australian and Afro/Native Peruvian photojournalist from Sydney who makes socially and culturally driven portraits and essays. Informed by her cultural heritage, Moore's stories share insights and observations about society that are traditionally stereotyped or misrepresented in the media, reporting with, instead of on, or about people.