Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning photographer and filmmaker whose prolific career includes assignments in 70 countries. McNally won the first Alfred Eisenstaedt Award for Journalistic Impact for a LIFE coverage titled, “The Panorama of War.” McNally has been honored numerous times by Communication Arts, PDN, Graphis, American Photo, POY, and The World Press Photo Foundation. McNally is masterful at lighting and is known for his large-scale production work, in addition to his vast storytelling experience which stems from assignment work for legendary publications such as LIFE and National Geographic. His work is regularly cited in social media surveys as sources of inspiration and industry leadership.
Filmography
Director (2 Credits)
Watching the Earth Melt Away2019
Documentary, Short
The Dance of Memory2018
Short
Education
College
Syracuse University
Bachelor's of Science in Journalism and a Master's of Science in Photojournalism.
1970 – 1976
High School
Iona Preparatory School
1966 – 1970
Personal Details
Birth Date
July 27, 1952
Birth City
Montclair, New Jersey
Current City
Ridgefield
Hometown
New York City
Height
6'
Gender
Male
Ethnicity
Caucasian
Eye Color
Blue
Zodiac Sign
Leo
Married To
Annie Cahill
Children
2
Trivia
I went to five different grammar schools.
Quotes
Your camera didn't go to art school.
Imagination is the most important piece of equipment I have in my bag.