Photography wasn’t always a serious interest of mine. I loved snapping pictures whenever something caught my eye, but it wasn’t until I had to intentionally seek out subjects for my coursework that I truly began to appreciate the finer details of my surroundings. It felt like my camera lens opened my eyes to the beauty in the mundane—like finally noticing the impressive artistry in my morning coffee spill.

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As I ventured beyond coursework, I learned various techniques—composition, exposure, and more—that empowered me to replicate the vision in my mind. Photography transformed into a powerful art form for me, allowing me to express what I felt and saw for others to experience. Who knew capturing the world could become so sophisticated?