joshua thaisen

Thank you for taking the time to view my portfolio.

I characterize my work as a compassionate exploration of human nature in times of struggle. My passion to create positive change and awareness fiercely guides my editorial judgment as I focus on capturing intimate human moments in a raw and unfiltered way.

Whilst I'm motivated by injustice, it is the courage and strength I observe in recovering communities that compels me to turn my lens on stories that are more heavily focused on empowerment and growth.

I consider myself a human rights activist who employs writing and photography as a platform for creating social awareness. I work exclusively with NGO’s to develop content from a fully immersed perspective. This approach requires me to be patient and open to experiences outside of my control. I produce stories that are often used in large-scale fundraising campaigns and reports that evidence community growth and the NGO’s effectiveness at engaging a specific problem. 

Outside of humanitarian development, I have been lucky enough to freelance for a variety of news, travel and lifestyle publications. My work as a foreign correspondent allowed me to tackle cross-cultural issues of significance for the Middle East, and I’ve also reported on mental health, urban conflict, protests, humanitarian crisis, politics, food, travel, art, and entertainment.

Moving forward, I hope that my work can influence and inform policy makers, corporations, and citizens about the impact of their decisions, and the reality of opportunity on our planet.

Kind Regards, Josh

Current Photo Agency- Zuma Press