When dealing with a photo essay over a standard essay there are
many similarities, but as such there are defining differences. With
a photo essay you are required to captivate the viewer with an art
of nothing more than pictures. These pictures must show a dynamic
story which the audience can relate with. Instead of having a
writing format to plan out your paragraphs (as found in a standard
essay structure), you must plan your shots in what would be called
a "shot list". But like all good essays it takes time and practice,
with a lot of imagination.