NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — As the year comes to a close, our NewsChannel 5 photojournalists took time to look back on the stories they captured—not just the powerful images, but the process behind them.
Revisiting photos of celebrations and everyday life, they reflected on the reality of their work: moments missed, frames they wish they could redo, and the constant pressure to get it right in real time. Photojournalism, they say, is deeply human guided by instinct, shaped by emotion, and marked by mistakes that become lessons.
Still, the images together tell an honest story of a year lived by a community, reminding them that their role isn’t to be perfect, but to be present and bear witness as history unfolds.
In this job, we have the opportunity to meet truly remarkable people. The Sullivan family has faced incredibly tough times, but time and time again, turn their grieving into giving. What an honor to tell their story.
- Carrie Sharp
