Photography is my way of seeing, feeling, and connecting. It’s a space where emotions take form, where I can process feelings that words fail to capture. Each photo becomes a reflection of how I see and experience the world. Photography gives me a sense of purpose, a quiet joy, and a way to hold onto memories.
('22)
State
This competition is open to all California students and teachers. Submissions must align with the competition’s theme, Resilience, which was the focus for the year 2022. (Your copy is fine, but you should at least put the word Resilience in italics or quotation marks.)
('24)
National
Out of 350,000 submissions, fewer than 2,500 works received a National Medal, placing them in the top 8% of entries. Jurors evaluate submissions based on three key criteria: originality, technical skill, and the emergence of a personal vision or voice.
('23)
State
This competition is open to all California students, with submissions required to fall under designated categories. Portraits are nominated through an application process, and finalist photos are publicly displayed at Santa Monica's 3rd Street Promenade.
('23 & '24)
Regional
Submissions are mounted on black cardboard for display and judged based on artistic and technical merit.
2023 first place winner for Digital Composite category.
2024 first place winner for Natural Scenes category.