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Four photographers. Hundreds of thousands of pictures. Hours dedicated to editing and writing captions. Numerous journeys across the nation and around the world. Countless narratives.
For our crew, 2024 marked a year filled with new experiences.
Bryan Terry needed to make swift decisions, plunging into the jubilant crowd of OU supporters who rushed the field subsequent to a victory over Alabama. Sarah Phipps maintained her focus and composure as Olympic rowers powered down tumultuous waters in pursuit of gold. Doug Hoke immersed himself in a vibrant world of color, music, and dance during the city’s yearly Day of the Dead festivities. Nathan Fish stood ready for President Joe Biden’s arrival from Air Force One to evaluate the aftermath left by Hurricane Helene.
For an entire year, our award-winning staff photographers have captured the most captivating events from our community along with significant happenings from around the globe, right at Oklahoma City’s doorstep. From Mary Poppins descending from the sky to the auroras shimmering over central Oklahoma, we have encountered numerous unique moments that have rendered this year filled with unexpected events. One consensus among our photojournalists is that 2024 has undoubtedly kept them all alert.
Whether amidst the bustling downtown or in the serene nooks of people’s residences, these photojournalists have the opportunity to observe and document the moments typically overlooked. We are honored to present to you our personal favorite photographs from this year.
Join us in reminiscing about the year through The Oklahoman’s finest photos of 2024.
Sarah Phipps
The year 2024 transported me across the sea to Paris, France, for the Olympics. I was designated to cover rowing and kayaking competitions at Vaires-sur-Marne, specifically at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium.
As rowing is a personal passion of mine, it was thrilling to observe the sport on such a grand platform. I experienced a profound sense of pride capturing the moment when the US men’s quad secured the gold medal. Witnessing the medal ceremony as your nation’s flag is raised and the anthem plays is an unforgettable experience.
Doug Hoke
For me, 2024 revolved around politicians, politics, and people. I spent more time at the Oklahoma state Capitol than ever, even as I served as interim Visuals Editor for eight months. I documented a variety of vibrant events ranging from the reopening of the Route 66 Pony Bridge to Mary Poppins, Comic Con, National Day of the Cowboy, Day of the Dead, Veteran’s Day, festive annual events, and several sports gatherings; I also snapped some notable portraits along the way.
Bryan Terry
From a total solar eclipse to OU football enthusiasts rushing the field in Norman for the first time since the 2000 season, 2024 appeared to be a year of extraordinary occurrences. Nighttime tornadoes wreaked havoc in downtown Sulphur and several residences in an Oklahoma City neighborhood. The Oklahoma softball team clinched an unprecedented fourth consecutive national title, allowing me to photograph an entire concert rather than the typical two or three songs. The northern lights graced central Oklahoma, alongside an 84-year-old competitive basketball player. These remarkable instances, combined with the routine events that characterize daily life in Oklahoma, rendered 2024 truly unforgettable.
Nathan Fish
My third year working with The Oklahoman has been a year of new experiences. From covering NBA playoff matches to being deployed for a USA Today assignment after Tropical Storm Helen in North Carolina. During my assignment, I reported on tornadoes, the Women’s College World Series Softball, protests, red carpet events, concerts, President Biden, and beyond. Utilizing a drone was vital to my reporting. Being able to present different viewpoints from the air was one of my favorite aspects of the role.
Since The Oklahoman is integrated within the USA Today Network, I, along with other local journalists nationwide, were dispatched to North Carolina to assist the Asheville Citizen Times after Tropical Storm Helen left a trail of flooding destruction. I was lucky to be sent on two distinct occasions, the first being less than a week after the storm. During my time in the area, I was part of the White House Press Pool, photographing President Joe Biden’s arrival aboard Air Force One in South Carolina as he engaged with locals before surveying the affected regions.
Throughout the rest of the week, I accompanied numerous reporters covering flooded neighborhoods, destroyed properties, and spent time with individuals who lost everything. My aerial photography depicted the scale of destruction that was not apparent from the ground. My assignment for USA Today was demanding yet immensely fulfilling.
2024 has been a remarkable year for journalism and photojournalism at The Oklahoman. I eagerly anticipate 2025.
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