Blog•Mar 3, 2026
No One Owns a Story
A veteran photojournalist reflects on the hidden hierarchy of the industry, where stories are treated as property and editorial dependence fuels competition. He recounts personal experiences of access denial, financial arrangements that blur ethical lines, and double standards that protect established names. Shifting to independent production and teaching has given him freedom to prioritize impact over ego. The piece argues that journalism should serve the story, not the storyteller’s reputation.
