Thank you, Mr. Souza. I enjoyed the collection. This photo is my favorite, although difficult to choose. It relates his concern for everything I care about. He is unafraid of the warming of Earth. He takes scientists seriously and does not doubt our agencies working diligently to understand the depth of the change to Earth.
I always assign the characteristic of a thinker to my President. This picture relates to me his depth of understanding of issues of importance. It also tells me how alone he can be in knowing the truth and grappling with others that don't abide by it.
It is a great collection, Mr. Souza.
“For the sixth consecutive year, (click here) I'm thrilled to share my annual Year in Photographs. Each photograph, taken either by me or a photographer on my staff, is accompanied by my personal observations about the image. In some instances, there is an interesting backstory to the photograph, which I've included. Most of the moments captured can best be described as behind-the-scenes — that is, photographs taken away from the spotlight of public events. Some of the photographs are historic because of what is taking place, but others hopefully give people a more personal sense of who the President and First Lady are. Editing is a highly subjective — and for me — personal endeavor. I've included a mix of 'moments,' but also some photographs that rely more on graphics, lighting and composition. Some are serious and some are humorous. And of course, some are with babies (since the President loves babies). I hope you enjoy this year's album of photographs.”
Pete Souza, Director and Chief Official White House Photographer
2014: Year in Review (click here)
I always assign the characteristic of a thinker to my President. This picture relates to me his depth of understanding of issues of importance. It also tells me how alone he can be in knowing the truth and grappling with others that don't abide by it.
It is a great collection, Mr. Souza.
“For the sixth consecutive year, (click here) I'm thrilled to share my annual Year in Photographs. Each photograph, taken either by me or a photographer on my staff, is accompanied by my personal observations about the image. In some instances, there is an interesting backstory to the photograph, which I've included. Most of the moments captured can best be described as behind-the-scenes — that is, photographs taken away from the spotlight of public events. Some of the photographs are historic because of what is taking place, but others hopefully give people a more personal sense of who the President and First Lady are. Editing is a highly subjective — and for me — personal endeavor. I've included a mix of 'moments,' but also some photographs that rely more on graphics, lighting and composition. Some are serious and some are humorous. And of course, some are with babies (since the President loves babies). I hope you enjoy this year's album of photographs.”Pete Souza, Director and Chief Official White House Photographer
2014: Year in Review (click here)
