While I started my journalism career as a writer, picking up photography taught me the hustle that comes with reporting. I learned that being able to visually tell a story was just as impactful as writing could be.
Photography was something I knew I would learn in journalism, but I didn't expect to be photographing important events so quickly. I was given a 10-minute rundown of the basics and a "Good luck!" before rushing to a soccer game. Let's just say soccer was a rough way to start my photography career. However, after the first few minutes taking photos, I knew I wanted to take this more seriously. My featured photos below include performances, walk outs, sporting events and more.
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Although not for my school's publication, my sophomore year I started this account solely dedicated to photos from school events.
Typically, I'd post the photos from an event that same night or the following morning to ensure the photos are posted in a timely manner.
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Posting on this account helped teach me more about using social media and the power simply sharing photography can have.
After about six months, I saw steady engagement and reposts from students and families.
Over the course of these two years, I improved on shooting in gymnasiums with oh-so horrendous lighting. I also worked on my angles and composition, getting closer and being less afraid to 'be in the way'.
No one is the absolute best at anything when they first start. To the left are two photos taken two years apart.
After figuring out I enjoyed photojournalism, I quickly involved myself with as many photo assignments as possible in the hopes of getting better. After around two or three months, I started to see that difference. It drove me to work even harder to improve.
Over the course of these two years, I improved on shooting in gymnasiums with oh-so horrendous lighting. I also worked on my angles and composition, getting closer and being less afraid to “be in the way.”