Much like Mark Briggs declared in his 6th chapter of Journalism Next, video photography is becoming increasingly important in the world of journalism. Visual storytelling often evokes emotions that text simply cannot replicate. A stunning picture can place readers directly into the heart of a story, deeming words unnecessary.
In terms of major news corporations, The New York Times is revered for its award-winning visual journalism. Lens, the corporation’s blog, regularly updates photos, videos and slideshows for the world to appreciate. In addition to serving as a showcase for Times photographers, the blog provides readers with up-to-the-minute visual content from around the globe.
But wait…there’s more.
According to Tuesday’s Mashable article by Sam Laird, the Times launched a new Tumblr account aptly titled The Lively Morgue. The site is dedicated to sharing images from its newsroom archive, affectionately called the “morgue.” The blog will periodically bring spectacular images back to life — some dating back to the early 20th century — using social media as a defibrillator.
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