On December 4th of 2015, I was sent on my first assignment, the band's annual 'Tiny Tots' concert. It was such an enjoyable experience and viewing my photos and seeing what I was and could be capable of was amazing. I didn't realize it then but looking back, that concert for children playing holiday songs, changed a lot for me. Continuing on, I attended the DECA Fashion Show, wrestling and gymnastics meets and soon baseball games which led to softball, lacrosse, girls soccer, tennis and track. Today, a little over a year ago I have been to over 40 events and taken more than 30,000 photos. 

I am so grateful for my peers for supporting me, my family for driving to all of these sporting events I wasn't even participating in, and my teachers for dealing with me. I realize I will 100% be writing a more extended version of this senior year. 

One of the most impacting and motivational experiences in what I do is going back and referencing photos I took a year ago versus what I took today. 

DECA Fashion Show 2016:

Lina Fuller Amanda St. Claire DECA Fashion Show 2017:

Lina Fuller Amanda St. Claire

And the most motivational for me...

Tiny Tots 2015:

Tiny Tots 2016:

I am so excited to see what I create within 2017, all of the adventures, and opportunities. One of my favorite parts of what I do, is the reaction I get from people when I post my photos. Thank you for all of the support and all the more to come.