EXPERIENCE
PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES
AP Studio Art: 2-D Design (Photography)
Developed an AP portfolio throughout the year, alongside additional assignments
Senior Thesis Photography
Advanced knowledge of digital photography and learned to use refined studio lighting
Advanced Photography
Developed techniques of applied color and color photography using a digital camera
Intermediate Photography
Explored photography graphics techniques, including drop-out, tone line, and Sabatier effect
Used computer-enhanced imaging for photographic projects
Beginning Photography
Learned basic elements of black-and-white film photography, including developing and printing
AWARDS AND HONORS
Scholastic Art Awards for Photography, including Gold and Silver Keys
Earned a total of nine Scholastic Art Awards for Photography
Gold Key artwork advanced to consideration for national recognition
AP Scholar Award
Awarded, in part, for score of 5 on AP Studio Art 2-D Portfolio
EXHIBITS
Senioritis Art Show
Displayed a collection of photographs in show featuring select work by senior artists
Winter and Spring Art Shows
Displayed selected photos in annual art shows
RELATED ACTIVITIES
Editor, Reporter, Photographer, The Ultraviolet Newspaper & Magazine
News Editor (2019-20)
Edit and lay out news articles and accompanying photographs and illustrations
IndiVisuals Editor, The Ultraviolet Magazine (2018-19)
Selected and edited photography and artists’ statements and designed creative page layouts
Photographer and Reporter (2016-20)
Photograph and report on various events for newspaper and magazine
Honors Capstone in Social Justice
Disseminate artwork made by underserved elementary school students for display throughout Los Angeles
Create and run online store, featuring student artwork
Photograph artwork for store and create social-emotional learning curriculum for classrooms to spark enthusiasm for art