Documenting a Movement

Outside Ark State Prison - Scott Langley FB
Outside Ark State Prison – Scott Langley

For nearly two decades, the death penalty has perished in one state after another. There is no question that America’s most egregious response to violence is on its way out. And Scott Langley has been a powerful force in this movement. 

Scott is a freelance photojournalist whose passion is documenting the death penalty. His work — striking and filled with humanity — has been seen throughout the world. He has just launched a website that features a broad sweep of his work on capital punishment, including photos, video, essays, and more. 

Troy Davis Execution - Wednesday 7:00 pm: Protesters at the Capitol in Atlanta.
The Execution of Troy Davis, September 19-21, 2011, Wednesday 7:00 pm: Protesters at the Capitol in Atlanta, by Scott Langley, Death Penalty Photography Documentary Project.

EJUSA’s ability to communicate the injustice of the death penalty, how it serves as an extension of lynching and our racist history, how it preys upon our most vulnerable, wouldn’t be as effective without compelling images. Scott has always been generous in helping us do that because of his unwavering commitment to seeing the end of the death penalty in this nation.  

Please take a moment to check out Scott’s work and experience the story he has helped shape about the death penalty.


Sarah Craft

Sarah Craft is the program director of EJUSA's program to end the death penalty in the United States. She has worked with EJUSA’s state partners all over the country to develop winning strategies for their campaigns. Read More