What Type of Camera and/or Lenses Did You Use?
Nikon F, no meter, and Plus-X. Exposure by "Hail Mary."
What Was the Weather Like? What Was the Lighting Like?
It was 115 degrees Fahrenheit and 98% humidity, which is normal for Saigon. I was short, that is close to my return to civilian life and school. I was as sick of the war as everyone there was. Still, the war went on for another six years.
Advice
- My photography work in Vietnam has been in everything from Time-Life's history of the war to a new book about drugs in the war zone that will be published in a few months. There is also a permanent show on Google, posted by the Library of Congress, as a memorial to the soldier who fought there.
If You Remember, What Were the Camera's Settings?
F8 at1/60th
What Type of Planning Was Needed to Set Up This Photo?
Watching the woman and her child at the Saigon zoo until the right moment presented itself.
Why Is This One of Your Favorite Photos?
It shows how wars actually affect people.
What Did You Learn About Photography With This Photo?
The right moment when truth reveals itself is brief and very important.
