Photograph Courtesy National Geographic Society
Photograph Courtesy National Geographic Society
For 25 years Cathy Newman has traveled the world for National Geographic magazine in search of the stories that lie embedded among the people and places she visits. “This job is a privilege,” she said. “It’s an adventure and constant education.”
For the magazine, Newman has covered such diverse subjects as the Shakers, trout, the enigma of beauty, the English Channel Tunnel, Cape York Peninsula, and Australia. In search of stories Newman has traveled through the Australian outback, fly-fished in England, toured the great fashion and fragrance houses of Europe, and taken a course in how to drive a race car.
In addition to magazine articles, Newman has published three critically acclaimed books for National Geographic: Perfume: The Art and Science of Scent (1998), Women Photographers at National Geographic (2000), and Fashion (2001).
A witty, thoughtful, and provocative speaker, Newman has entertained a wide variety of audiences, including corporate executives, fashion magazine editors, and the general public.
Presentation Topics
Fashion
Clothes speak of the ephemeral and the timeless. They signal economic, social, and political status. Join Newman as she explores the instinct to decorate ourselves, to look beautiful or different to announce who we are.
Perfume: The Art and Science of Scent
Our sense of smell is one of the most fundamental ways in which we perceive our surroundings. For thousands of years we have been in thrall to a handful of wizards skilled in the alchemy of scent. Explore every aspect of this blend of artistry and science.
Women Photographers at National Geographic
Photojournalism is a demanding art, even more so for female photographers, who often face obstacles unique to their gender. For nearly a century women photographers have documented the world, come hell or high water. Newman shares the experiences and brilliant work of this intrepid group of women.
Learn More About Cathy:
NGM: Every Shoe Tells a Story (September 2006)
The world tugs at the lovely hem of the city Thomas Mann called “half fairy tale and half tourist trap.”
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