Renowned Photographer John White Sends a Message of Peace
More than 100 guests joined members of the Rotary Club of Evanston at the Rotary International Auditorium March 25 for a special presentation by renowned photographer John H. White, above, who discussed "Peace and the Power of Photography." The program was offered as a part of the Rotary Club's "Building a More Peaceful Evanston" initiative.In a 45-minute presentation, White discussed the impact of photography on human progress, offering insights into his unique approach with the camera and stories of some of the celebrities he has covered over the years -- from Muhammad Ali to Joseph Cardinal Bernardin.
White spoke movingly of the impact of human kindness and empathy at the end of his presentation, urging attendees to embrace each moment of life as a "gift from the Creator."
Following White's remarks, attendees were able to visit a special exhibit of the photographers prints in the Rotary International Atrium.
Rotary Club of Evanston President Paul Larson presented White with an Honorary Paul Harris Fellow recognition at the end of the presentation, in tribute to White's adherence to the spirit of Rotary's motto of "Service Above Self" in his professional and personal life.
Widely considered one of the best photojournalists in the world, White worked for the Chicago Daily News before joining the staff of the Chicago Sun Times in 1978, where he worked for 35 years. During his time at the Sun Times, he won the Pulitzer Prize and gained widespread acclaim for the breadth and quality of his photography.