As a graduate student, I had the opportunity to take Advanced Photojournalism with Professor Robert Heller. Through this course, I grew my love for photojournalism and was able to be a part of the 30th anniversary edition of Eyes on LaFollette where my photos was published as the cover photo and photo stories for the LaFollette Press.
Students walk through campus on a cold day in front of the Torchbearer statue.
Drew Holcomb performs during a Homecoming Concert on UTK's campus.
"Eyes on LaFollette is an annual photography project by Professor Robert Heller featuring three decades of work done by students in the advanced photojournalism class at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville."
Drew and Ellie Holcomb, alumni of UTK, perform during a Homecoming Concert on campus.
A self-portrait taken as I was getting ready for the day.
Dr. Mark B. Garrett explains veterinarian technique while Courtney West overlooks.
As my love for photojournalism blossomed, I was continually challenged in Photojournalism II to "be great" as my professor would say. All photos were taken by me as part of an assignment, extra credit, or just exploring new ways to utilize my camera.
Kelley Kindle stands in front of a light post while talking to Amanda Anderson.
Participants of the Annual MLK Day Memorial Parade march through downtown Chattanooga holding a sign that says, “WE SHALL OVERCOME.”
Leanne Brooks stands in front of arcade machines at Headquarters Beercade in Nashville, Tenn.
The light from the setting sun shines through the St. Andrews Center's main stained glass window.
Kristin Dowling poses for a portrait during a snow day in Chattanooga.
Daniel Taylor poses for the camera during a portrait shoot.
Celie Hudson (#66) winds up for a pitch during a game against the SIUE Cougars.
Haley Bartlett poses for a portrait against the night sky on UTC's campus.
I chose to create a photo story on Shelly Morgan, a recovering meth addict at Adult and Teen Challenge of the Midsouth. Please see the photos and accompanying story below for more.
This are the photos taken as part of my photo story about Miss Shelly.
This is the written piece to go along with the photos for my photo story about Miss Shelly.
Throughout Photojournalism, I was challenged in new ways with a new tool to communicate. I learned how to utilize new software such as Adobe Photoshop and Photo Mechanics.
Margo Zani poses for a professional portrait.
A mother and her son admire the jellyfish in the Georgia Aquarium.
A couple rides a fair ride at the 2019 Wilson County Fair.