I make decent money as a writer. I hope to make phenomenal money soon.
I have no idea what photojournalists make, but my guess is you'd do just fine once established. Prior to that, WE ALL struggle.
You really MUST do what you love-- if you don't what may happen is you spend 5 years working as an accountant, realize you are totally unhappy and depressed because you hate it and go back to school for fine arts. I've seen this happen to more than one friend who did not listen to their hearts when choosing a major and career.