Leica Storytellers: Modern Day Photojournalism
Africa Bureau Chief for VICE News, Jackson Fager, shares his journey from his most recent trip to Democratic Republic of Congo, covering Catch Fetish, also known as Voodoo Wrestling. Witness lighthearted moments of a war-torn country through the lens of the Leica SL, and discover how the evolution of photojournalism impacts your visual stories.
Leica Storytellers: Modern Day Photojournalism
Featuring: Jackson Fager
Presented in partnership with
Leica
Thursday, September 20 | 7.30PM – 8:30PM
Location: Leica Pavilion
Africa Bureau Chief for VICE News, Jackson Fager, shares his journey from his most recent trip to Democratic Republic of Congo, covering Catch Fetish, also known as Voodoo Wrestling. Witness lighthearted moments of a war-torn country through the lens of the Leica SL, and discover how the evolution of photojournalism impacts your visual stories.
PANELIST BIO
Jackson Fager is the Africa Bureau Chief for VICE News. He has been in journalism for over a decade, working as a producer, videographer and photographer. During the last six years at VICE, Fager has documented stories in 56 countries. He lives with his family in Cape Town, South Africa and continues to cover stories worldwide.
LEICA ON LOAN
Experience Photoville through the lens of a Leica camera with our daily Leica-on-Loan program. Bring your SD card and your passion for photography, we’ll provide the right tools to capture unforgettable moments in and around Photoville.
A selection of Leica cameras and lenses are available to loan on a first-come, first-served basis. Valid ID and credit card required to participate.
#FrameTheMoment Contest
Show us your interpretation of #TheLeicaLook for a chance to win a Leica Sofort. Visit the Leica Pavilion to pick up a frame, post an image shot through the frame on Instagram and tag #FrameTheMoment and @LeicaCameraUSA.