Even as a little girl, I loved working with paper mâché and with photos. Since the age of two, I have gone on vacation every year for my birthday. During those trips, I take a lot of photos, including the inside and the outside of buildings. My mom was a photographer, and growing up, she showed me a lot of her photographs. I am always inspired by them and as an extension of her work, I go to the same places they were taken and try to recreate them at night. My message is to never give up. The more photos you take, the better you get.

Thanks to the Internet, information can be uploaded, shared, and seen in a blink of an eye; we become more connected than ever. However, this leads to subcultures built on common shared views that lead to the construction of social norms and judgement.
Inspired by renderings of Biblically accurate angels found online with their infinite eyes, I mismatched the culturally known angel with the many eyes the Biblical angels have. As much as we have control of our bodies, we must follow society’s norms; otherwise, we would be ostracized, so I visualize society as a giant head with many eyes staring down at you.
The goal is to make the viewer feel insignificant even though they too are a part of the society that judges.

I’m someone who values peace, reflection, and staying connected to my culture. I was inspired by how these Buddhist statues are more than just art. They remind people to stay calm and focused. I used lighting and the shooting angle to make the statue look both powerful and peaceful, just like how people can be strong on the inside even if they look quiet on the outside. 

I want viewers to feel calm when they see my photo. I also hope it makes them think about their own inner world, how they feel inside and how that can affect what they show to others. Sometimes, being still and peaceful is a kind of strength.

For my statement, I am going to talk about how I feel like an outsider. What I mean is that I feel people are in on an inside joke that I am not a part of.    

I was inspired by Vivan Meyer's self-portraits. I am unsure if she felt like an outsider, because she wasn't even a photographer. Well, she was, but it wasn't her career.  

And also this one photo that Gordon Parks took of Red Jackson in a Harlem apartment after he was chased by a rival gang. The interesting thing is that he didn't only focus on Red’s life in a gang, he showed a sense of humanity. 

I love going down to the beach to either have a nice rest or take my dogs on a walk and let them play in the water. My inspiration for this work was to go to a place that is my happy and relaxed place, and that is the beach for me.

Our bodies are up to 60% water, and we have millions of gallons of water around us. I took this photo not only because you can see the different curves, but also because the beach is fun and you can do many things there, and water is also a part of us.

A message that I would give to the viewers would be, if you want to take nice photos, I would say go explore the area to find curves, lines, etc.

As an artist, I tend to create artwork that has a piece of me or something meaningful to me incorporated into it. My loved ones and friends are most important; I cherish them deeply in my heart. In my photography, I find myself leaning towards candid photos of moments and people. My goal is to evoke emotion and capture memories as best as I can. My vision for this project was to show how it feels to be inside that third-person view looking on the outside of life. I was inspired by the word “SONDER:” the realization that everyone is living their own different lives. I was going for the vibe of Joseph Alber’s photo collages and used my very own pictures.

I am fascinated by street photography, especially urban buildings, and I like to create work where urban places and street photography are at its core.   

My inspiration for this work is two guys named Sam and Colby, who would go out and explore abandoned buildings where they try to prove the existence of the paranormal. They have made me so interested in urban buildings that I have started exploring them for photography.   

The buildings in my image hint at emotional attachments on the inside, while they also have a rugged beauty on the outside.   

My message is to follow your interests because if you don’t, you might not be happy with the work you create.

As a person who struggles with mental health and lives with ADHD, I wanted to express how things could be seen differently from the inside; my personal experiences when comparing them to social norms. My intention was to create imagery that reflected how things are from different points of view.

I was inspired to make this creation because I tend to deeply observe society when I’m alone. What I noticed is that humans tend to assume things, and those assumptions potentially turn into a stereotype or misconception.

Because of that, I wish to express that despite people's differences, we are all humans who co-exist with one another.

For my photography assignment, I want viewers to feel the beauty in everyday moments. This photo shows how light can change a space, making it feel warm and inviting. I was inspired by the difference between the lively city skyline and the calmness of the room. I chose to focus on the glass table and candle because they represent peace and clarity in my view. They invite viewers to take a moment to pause and think. My message is quite simple; beauty can be found both in the busy world outside and in the quiet places we create for ourselves. I hope my work encourages people to appreciate those moments.

I draw inspiration from wildlife and architectural photography. I especially like Gothic architecture and old buildings in general. With my photo, I tried to capture the little details in the building, such as the colours of the windows. My reason for selecting this photo for the theme inside/outside is that on the outside, the glass in the image appears blue, but from the inside point of view, the windows appear as beautifully coloured stained glass.

Description goes hereMy inspiration in developing this project is to show how beauty flows from the inside to the outside. I am interested in developing my photography skills so that I can use photography for my clothing business in the future. My work interprets the theme Inside/Outside literally by the dog being both inside and outside of the car window. With this in mind, I pay attention to detail and like to show it in my work that includes architecture, and someone would see by looking at boarded-up buildings.

Photography is a very personal medium for me, and this theme really let me take the personal aspect of it to the next level.

Hamilton, although not the nicest city, has a lot of unique architecture. Right across from one of the nicest buildings is a patio with broken glass, grimy brick, and plenty of trash. Hamilton is a very unique city, and that really inspired me for my piece.

Northern Ontario has also always been very important to me, as I spent many years camping and going to my cottage. I love the perspective that being so far away from a city gives you. Everyone feels closer despite your closest neighbour being a kilometre away. I feel less isolated at my cottage than I do in my home in the city.

My main interest in photography is finding details in the things around me. I’m also interested in seeing the emotions of the subject. For this photo, these two interests are connected; I got in close enough to capture some detail and show the curiosity of my dog as he waits for a squirrel to appear in the yard. It also connects to the Inside/Outside theme in an obvious way, as Prince is ready to leap out the window. I hope that this image will remind people to look out their window with a similar sense of curiosity about the world around them.

I’m a student who enjoys Drama, fashion and photography. I chose this photo because I wanted to create something different, something new. When people think of inside/outside they may think of a window or a subject looking into an area, but when I saw this light at a pop-up show, I found a deeper meaning. For me, the bigger light shows what you may show to others on the outside while the smaller circle signifies what’s on the inside, the things that really matter to you. I want viewers to not be afraid to open to people and show them what’s underneath. And, if you’re not comfortable with that, there’s always a middle ground you can show the world.

As we transition into a technology-based world, the lives of others are becoming more toxic to the new generation, and materialistic wealth is valued more than anything else. I want to unplug everyone from the screen and reconnect them to the moment. 

This work explores the idea of what we used to have. A time when a long day from school is met with the smiles of family. The days that make you want to scream and can fill the air with laughter by the end of it. Witnessing your kid draw on the walls, just to see their eyes brighten. This art gives you nostalgia, the mix of emotions that turns your insides outside.

I was on a field trip to the oldest church in Hamilton, MacNab Street Presbyterian. It was an interesting experience, and I got a lot of good photos. While we were on this time-killer tour of the surrounding neighborhood, I looked up. There was a plane! Up until that point I was feeling like I was inside a time bubble back to 1834, but then it popped.

My photography is heavily inspired by dark, beautiful, and ancient architecture. Many photos I take are filled with dark skies and are taken at night. My work is also inspired by my neighbours, Jeff and Vanessa, who helped me to get into photography, as that is their career.  

I mix my aesthetics with my photography so that it still includes a piece of me in my work. For me, photography isn’t just art but also a way to express how I feel about the landscapes, architecture and much more. I chose this piece because when you look at the back of the sign in the photo, you can still see the beauty of the image, even though it might seem like something is in the way. No matter how dark a photo or experience can be, you may still find beauty in it.

I have always had a thing for photography. Just the thought of taking pretty pictures to look at whenever I like makes me happy.

The work I like the most is taking pictures of the sky when it's any colour but blue because I love sunsets and sunrises. My inspiration came from one of my old friends; in 2019 we would go out every day in the summer and take pictures of the sky. My favourite walk was up the Wentworth Stairs to take pictures from the top of the mountain, just outside the city, for better views.

For me, it does not matter if you take your pictures on a phone or a professional camera, and taking pictures of the sky can actually be really fun, and it’s cool to see different colours in the sky.

I took this picture because I believe it’s important to bring light and awareness to issues around the world. My inspiration behind this picture was to capture emotions and struggles, to serve as an ongoing reminder of the ongoing conflict in Palestine and share my hope for peace and justice in the region. 

My intention was for people to take away the message of empathy and understanding regarding the complicated Palestinian experience, to recognize the human stories behind the image, and to understand the impact of the conflict on daily life. My hope is that this picture can help inspire dialogue and encourage people to put in the effort for a peaceful future.

I typically venture into visual arts through illustration, but have a soft spot for photography. I have hundreds of things I’d like to say, but can never find the words.

The driving force behind my work is the human condition. For this piece, the purple sky represents dread and exhaustion, a daily struggle. The silhouette shows that we know we exist, but don’t always know who we are. The moon is a looming eye that encapsulates that every move is monitored online by our government, holding us under a watchful eye. Something I have personally always felt.

The message I would like to convey is not some grand idea but simply one part of the human condition -  disconnection, exhaustion, and the inescapable watchful eye of those above us in society.

Usually the art I create is hand drawn; I’m pretty new to digital art. I took this picture during this year’s “April showers.” I was watching TV at the time but paused when I saw how it looked outside. I ran downstairs to grab my camera and capture this scene. I really like the way rain looks when it falls on windows and how it changes the mood. 

I started my photography journey by taking photos of school games and I developed my skills in taking photos with everything from sports to nature. While taking so many random pictures, this picture stood out to me. This photo was taken early in the morning while I was walking to school for a sports game. The light at sunrise revealed a peaceful scene, a birdhouse with small birds perched around it, surrounded by details of the woods, brick, and vines. Out of all the photos I took of it, this one stood out the most to me because of the detail and balance in such a good background setting, I felt calm and alive at the same time while looking at this photo.

For my work, I decided to combine two of my favourite subjects into this project, those two being animal portraits and flowers! I also stepped out of my comfort zone for this, as I’m inexperienced in taking human portraits. For the theme Inside/Outside, I approached this topic literally, by driving out of the city and trying to figure out the perfect spot to photograph.

Throughout high school, I stayed in my comfort zone with visual arts classes, but my friends wanted a class together before we graduated, so we decided on photography. In the beginning, I struggled to work with a camera and find inspiration, so I decided to take my favourite mediums, collaging and painting, and combine them into my work. I have always enjoyed doing other people’s makeup because they see the makeup as a mask and begin to act without being self-conscious. The collage of pictures represents the true versions of our unapologetic selves. I want viewers to see this picture as a push to be their authentic selves and know that it is okay to have multiple versions of themselves.

I create art because I find it fun. I never really try to take photos with deeper meanings, I just take photos of things that I find interesting or that I think looks cool. Not that I think photos shouldn’t have meaning, it’s just not something I emphasize in my photography.

I was heavily inspired by a lot of album artwork and how they use lighting in unique ways, as well as things such as a low shutter speed to create a blurred effect.

I think more people should take photos without the pressure of looking for meaning. I do love trying to find meaning in photos and art, but sometimes something that just looks interesting is just as fun to look at.