Throughout the semester, it’s come to my attention how important ethics come into play in taking a photo. Whether it’s the portrayal of women in fashion, or pondering if a picture would do a family justice, ethical debates are constantly being brought up, even among the most “innocent” of photos. To that, I really respect the overall care that the photojournalists we studied put into their work. For example, when Ashley Gilbertson spoke about Bedrooms of the Fallen, and how he worked with each family to produce a final product, our ethical questions regarding whether it was appropriate to photograph very personal spaces was answered. Similarly, in photos of dying subjects or of those about to die, I learned that it’s often times appreciated to have that memory preserved for not only the family of lost ones, but also for a photo to serve a purpose as evidence to achieve a greater good. I find it truly inspiring that the work of a photojournalist expands far beyond the camera. To that, while the photojournalists we studied seem to be capturing mere reality, these moments in time can ultimately help achieve something greater– like peace, or justice. That in itself is extremely profound.