I became a photographer in order to be a war photographer, and a photographer involved in what I thought were critical social issues. From the very beginning this was my goal.
James Nachtwey[Photography] puts a human face on issues which, from afar, can appear abstract or ideological or monumental in their global impact.
James NachtweyWhen the truth is spoken, it doesn't need to be adorned. It just needs to be simply stated, and often it only needs to be said once.
James NachtweyI'm half deaf. I have nerve damage and a constant ringing in both of my ears, and there are certain times and conditions when I can hardly hear at all.
James Nachtwey