A photo taken at the right moment can replace thousands of words, telling a story that is difficult to convey in words. But more importantly, the vitality of press photography lies in its ability to preserve memories and moments of documentary value - moments of a trip that do not return.
Press photos are associated with modernity, honestly reflecting social life at each time. The image of the heroic army parade in the arms of the people on the occasion of the April 30th National Day reflects the miraculous strength of the Vietnam People's Army, while expressing the warm, profound affection between the army and the people like fish and water.
Meanwhile, the image of a landslide on the Tra Noc riverbank with the worried eyes of the people reflecting the fear of losing a home is a constant nightmare for households living along the river, where natural disasters can hit at any time. The photos contain humane messages, evoking strong emotions and empathy among viewers. That is why press photos have the power to spread beyond geographical and time limits, becoming a part of collective memories...
In the context of rapid development of digital media, press photos face many challenges, from the competition of social media images to the risk of manipulating the truth with editing technology. However, it was in those moments that press photos became even more affirming their irreplaceable role. Because only press photos with professional ethics standards and authentic value can ensure the honesty of historical documents and images.
The survival of press photography does not lie in pure art, but in the depth of information and context it conveys. A hand-shake photo, not perfect in lighting, but capturing a decisive moment can be more valuable than any elaborately staged image. That emphasizes the timeliness and professional reflection, two vital factors for photojournalists. Each push-up is a slice of time, to preserve memories, before they pass forever.
On the occasion of the Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day (June 21,25 - June 21, 2025), I would like to introduce some press photos of Lao Dong Newspaper reporters with information and aesthetic value, which are multi-dimensional life perspectives.
