Renee Byer - 2007 Pulitzer Prize Winner

Renee Byer, Senior Photojournalist for the Sacramento Bee Newspaper and 2007 Pulitzer Prize winner joins host Scott Sheppard to share the details of her background, work, and inspiration. Hear Renee describe her experiences as a photographer on news desk assignment and how she prepares and aligns herself with her stories. Learn about her current equipment and what new technologies are being implemented to help journalists like Renee expand coverage of events.

This April, Renee was awarded the coveted Pulitzer Prize for her feature story called “A Mother’s Journey” that chronicled a year in the life of Cyndie French and her son Derek Madsen who ultimately lost his battle with neuroblastoma, a rare childhood cancer in May 2006.

Find out more about Renee’s award and work at http://www.sacbee.com/static/newsroom/swf/april07/byer/ and read more about Derek Madsen’s story at http://www.dereks-wish.com/

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Mike Blake - Reuters

Mike Blake, Senior Staff Photographer for Reuters joins host Scott Sheppard to share his experiences as a photojournalist, his workflow, and how he transitioned to digital photography. Mike joined Reuters in 1985, and has been with them since. His specialty is sports, entertainment, and events and has spent much of his time lately covering the NHL Stanley Cup games and the California Democratic Convention.

Hear his tips and techniques for shooting live action remotely, and the tools used by Reuters to get the resulting image story ready for press use instantly.

Search for his images at on the web or visit his profile at:
http://www.sportsshooter.com/members.html?id=61

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