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I studied photo journalism at the International Center of Photography (ICP) in New York City 1989-90. In 1991 while working as a still photographer for the United Nations Special Commission on Iraq (UNSCOM) I was handed an 8 mm video camera. My assignment was to document the Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Inspections in Iraq. Over five years I shoot the destruction of SCUD missiles, chemical weapons (wearing full protective gear including gas mask) or leaned out the side door of a helicopter with hand held gyro stabilized cameras. Some of footage was released by the UN and used by CNN, NBC, BBC and PBS in documentaries. Since, I have continued to work in toxic environments as well as on the street. With such experience I do not hesitate to take on your assignment. Today's technology with 1080p HD and laptop editing is still dependant on the story and everyone has one. Let me capture yours. Henry Arvidsson, March 2011 |
