This picture was taken of a sunset on a summer day. I took this picture because it really caught my eye because of the lighting and contrast with the clouds. This picture relates to the theme investigation because you are investigating something new. Think about it, every day you wake up knowing that there will be a sun. Through ups and downs everyday you know the day will start with a sunrise and end with a sunset. I would really like the judges to know I did put a lot of work in my picture and would be grateful if you were to consider me as a option for a winner. Thank you for looking and considering this picture thank you.
The New Way For The Day
This picture was taken of a sunset on a summer day. I took this picture because it really caught my eye because of the lighting and contrast with the clouds. This picture relates to the theme investigation because you are investigating something new. Think about it, every day you wake up knowing that there will be a sun. Through ups and downs everyday you know the day will start with a sunrise and end with a sunset. I would really like the judges to know I did put a lot of work in my picture and would be grateful if you were to consider me as a option for a winner. Thank you for looking and considering this picture thank you.
I took this photo while on an adventure in Death Valley. While camping, I started to really take in the sights, sounds, and smells all around me. As I was scanning my surrounding, I noticed a Volkswagen Type 2 Van gazing at me. The door was open, as if inviting me to gaze inside. I couldn’t see anything through the front window. As I crept closer and closer I investigated what was inside. Through the darkness I could see two eyes looking back at me. Apparently, my investigation led me to a living space being occupied by a man named Robert.
The Open Door
I took this photo while on an adventure in Death Valley. While camping, I started to really take in the sights, sounds, and smells all around me. As I was scanning my surrounding, I noticed a Volkswagen Type 2 Van gazing at me. The door was open, as if inviting me to gaze inside. I couldn’t see anything through the front window. As I crept closer and closer I investigated what was inside. Through the darkness I could see two eyes looking back at me. Apparently, my investigation led me to a living space being occupied by a man named Robert.
If you had just taken a few more seconds to stop and look around,
you would have realized that there are so many interesting things surrounding you.
Observe and learn,
you never know what’s happening on the other side of the same story you’re living.
The Other Side
If you had just taken a few more seconds to stop and look around,
you would have realized that there are so many interesting things surrounding you.
Observe and learn,
you never know what’s happening on the other side of the same story you’re living.
This photo was taken during a ride back to California, we were currently driving through Utah when this storm started to clear. How may this photo be related to "Investigation"? The fact is that almost all of our actions are some form of investigation. Investigation is to inquire into a specific item or event. The simple act of monitoring the condition of a wound or the freshness of groceries is an act of investigating. Any photograph starts with a form investigation. I simply was intrigued by this storm and the resulting image. An "investigation" into the meaning of an image could yield many different ideas of what the true meaning is. Someone may just see the clearing storm and beauty of the image, others may try to find a deeper meaning.
The Passing
This photo was taken during a ride back to California, we were currently driving through Utah when this storm started to clear. How may this photo be related to "Investigation"? The fact is that almost all of our actions are some form of investigation. Investigation is to inquire into a specific item or event. The simple act of monitoring the condition of a wound or the freshness of groceries is an act of investigating. Any photograph starts with a form investigation. I simply was intrigued by this storm and the resulting image. An "investigation" into the meaning of an image could yield many different ideas of what the true meaning is. Someone may just see the clearing storm and beauty of the image, others may try to find a deeper meaning.
On the surface, the photo pictured does not seem to display investigation. It may picture awe, natural beauty, but it does not scream investigation. Just before this picture was taken I was on a road trip with my family and we were attempting to find this lake.We had much trouble finding it, but once we did we saw its amazing sense of peacefulness. I snapped this picture that showed the water was so smooth it could reflect the towering mountain above it almost perfectly. All in all, the photo might not show investigation on the surface, but the journey and context behind the photo definitely have heavy elements of investigation.
The Peaceful Lake
On the surface, the photo pictured does not seem to display investigation. It may picture awe, natural beauty, but it does not scream investigation. Just before this picture was taken I was on a road trip with my family and we were attempting to find this lake.We had much trouble finding it, but once we did we saw its amazing sense of peacefulness. I snapped this picture that showed the water was so smooth it could reflect the towering mountain above it almost perfectly. All in all, the photo might not show investigation on the surface, but the journey and context behind the photo definitely have heavy elements of investigation.
I was walking around with my grandpa who loves to take pictures and who taught me how to use a camera. He always likes to take pictures of different people, so when he saw a group of children playing around he started taking pictures of all of them from many different angles and still seemed unsatisfied with his pictures. He finally sat down and took one more picture which I photographed him taking, and after he took it he told me that he loved the picture that he had just taken. He told me that when taking a picture that it is important to investigate and find different angles and exposures to inorder to get the photo that you want.
The Perfect Shot
I was walking around with my grandpa who loves to take pictures and who taught me how to use a camera. He always likes to take pictures of different people, so when he saw a group of children playing around he started taking pictures of all of them from many different angles and still seemed unsatisfied with his pictures. He finally sat down and took one more picture which I photographed him taking, and after he took it he told me that he loved the picture that he had just taken. He told me that when taking a picture that it is important to investigate and find different angles and exposures to inorder to get the photo that you want.
This was the first picture I took snd I'm sure it's the beatiful. I love the sun is hitting the camrea and the fan is spinning right next to the plants.
The Plants Grow and the Fan Flows
This was the first picture I took snd I'm sure it's the beatiful. I love the sun is hitting the camrea and the fan is spinning right next to the plants.
I came downstairs and took notice of my mom who was sitting alone on the kitchen floor. She was attempting to fix a broken pipe under the sink. After watching her try to fix the problem, I felt a sense of admiration as I realized she is always doing hands-on jobs around the house. The tasks she takes on are typically thought to be jobs for men but my mom disregards the standards and redefines them. My photo best represents investigation as I investigated the role of women.
The Role of Women
I came downstairs and took notice of my mom who was sitting alone on the kitchen floor. She was attempting to fix a broken pipe under the sink. After watching her try to fix the problem, I felt a sense of admiration as I realized she is always doing hands-on jobs around the house. The tasks she takes on are typically thought to be jobs for men but my mom disregards the standards and redefines them. My photo best represents investigation as I investigated the role of women.
This Picture was taken on June 14 2017 in the archeological site of Monte Alban, one of the earliest cities of Mesoamerica situated in Oaxaca Mexico, The city was founded towards the end of the middle formative period at around 500 BC, and interacted with other Mesoamerican states such as Teotihuacan. To me this picture represents investigation because of the great efforts needed to dig out the city and cataloging and cleaning all the artifacts, buildings and bodies that were found on this site, also the fact that allows me to learn how people lived in the past, what they ate, how they cook, what they wear and how they die is the perfect
example of what investigation means. The name of the tribe that build this city was the Zapotec culture and for closed to a thousand years the city of Monte Alban was the center political and economic gathering for the Zapotec culture.
The Ruins of Monte Alban
This Picture was taken on June 14 2017 in the archeological site of Monte Alban, one of the earliest cities of Mesoamerica situated in Oaxaca Mexico, The city was founded towards the end of the middle formative period at around 500 BC, and interacted with other Mesoamerican states such as Teotihuacan. To me this picture represents investigation because of the great efforts needed to dig out the city and cataloging and cleaning all the artifacts, buildings and bodies that were found on this site, also the fact that allows me to learn how people lived in the past, what they ate, how they cook, what they wear and how they die is the perfect
example of what investigation means. The name of the tribe that build this city was the Zapotec culture and for closed to a thousand years the city of Monte Alban was the center political and economic gathering for the Zapotec culture.
While driving up the highway in late November my friends and I decided to stop at a turn out to observe the sunset. I wanted to investigate how the sun shrunk behind the large mountain range because that was the first time I saw a sunset while I was up the crest. I used the rule of thirds so the sun would be the focus of the photo.
The Shrinking Sun
While driving up the highway in late November my friends and I decided to stop at a turn out to observe the sunset. I wanted to investigate how the sun shrunk behind the large mountain range because that was the first time I saw a sunset while I was up the crest. I used the rule of thirds so the sun would be the focus of the photo.
Investigation can take place anywhere, even at the lunch patio at school (place where photo was taken), and Investigation can touch upon things as simple as a leaf. People investigate even the simplest things from the moment they are born, and this is a prominent part of human nature, as not many living things are able to process information gathered through investigation on a level as deep as us. Investigation is really a simple idea that people misunderstand, but people can learn to understand it through realizing that they investigate almost everything they see.
The Simplicity of Investigation
Investigation can take place anywhere, even at the lunch patio at school (place where photo was taken), and Investigation can touch upon things as simple as a leaf. People investigate even the simplest things from the moment they are born, and this is a prominent part of human nature, as not many living things are able to process information gathered through investigation on a level as deep as us. Investigation is really a simple idea that people misunderstand, but people can learn to understand it through realizing that they investigate almost everything they see.
I was standing in front of my friends room and I noticed that she was in pain and that I wanted help. I know to help I would have to find out what was wrong first. As I watched from the distance, before consoling her, I had to think of ways to make her feel comfortable. I used my compassion to try an help her. By doing this I had to investigate my own capability to help her.
The Site of Pain
I was standing in front of my friends room and I noticed that she was in pain and that I wanted help. I know to help I would have to find out what was wrong first. As I watched from the distance, before consoling her, I had to think of ways to make her feel comfortable. I used my compassion to try an help her. By doing this I had to investigate my own capability to help her.
I was visiting a park in Vacaville, Ca. I noticed how the sky looked different there than where I live. Once I began investigating the sky closely I realized how the sky seemed to be divided into two different color schemes. So I decided to take a picture of it.
The Sky Divided
I was visiting a park in Vacaville, Ca. I noticed how the sky looked different there than where I live. Once I began investigating the sky closely I realized how the sky seemed to be divided into two different color schemes. So I decided to take a picture of it.
I took a short walk at night with my brother to look at the stars. My brother and I love to investigate the stars and identify the constellations. I wanted to spend some time with him before he left to a week long school field trip. In the middle of the walk, my brother was pointing at all of the stars that were beautiful to him and would love to see again the next night I walk with him. This represents investigation because my brother is spotting, naming, and wondering about all of the stars around him.
The Stars and Beyond
I took a short walk at night with my brother to look at the stars. My brother and I love to investigate the stars and identify the constellations. I wanted to spend some time with him before he left to a week long school field trip. In the middle of the walk, my brother was pointing at all of the stars that were beautiful to him and would love to see again the next night I walk with him. This represents investigation because my brother is spotting, naming, and wondering about all of the stars around him.
People all together, yet all going to different places. It is important to investigate people’s personal background before judging them.
The Subway
People all together, yet all going to different places. It is important to investigate people’s personal background before judging them.
Did you know that about 2,160 children are abducted or go missing each day in the United States? And there is a 98 percent chance that those children come back, eventually, to their families. Out of all the children who are kidnapped, around 74 percent of those are females and 75 percent are murdered in the first three hours they are taken. In this picture, the scene is set at a store, it is clearly visible that a little boy is wandering away from his mother or guardian. The child is entranced by a bag of candy that a mysterious stranger is holding. The mother is clearly not paying attention to her son, which leads to this whole event taking place. Around 58 percent of the population are addicted to their phones. This fact is completely horrible because it can lead to kidnapping and other awful accidents.
The Sugar Man
Did you know that about 2,160 children are abducted or go missing each day in the United States? And there is a 98 percent chance that those children come back, eventually, to their families. Out of all the children who are kidnapped, around 74 percent of those are females and 75 percent are murdered in the first three hours they are taken. In this picture, the scene is set at a store, it is clearly visible that a little boy is wandering away from his mother or guardian. The child is entranced by a bag of candy that a mysterious stranger is holding. The mother is clearly not paying attention to her son, which leads to this whole event taking place. Around 58 percent of the population are addicted to their phones. This fact is completely horrible because it can lead to kidnapping and other awful accidents.
When thinking about the topic of investigation, most think of interrogation, or trying to find the secrets of a suspect. Instead I immediately thought of investigating the things in plain sight, the things around you. While taking this photo, I took time to notice the small things such as the acorns on the trees, and the leaves on the branches. I also took time to look at the big things, the miraculous things, like the beautiful mountains, large trees, and astonishing waterfalls. By investigating things like nature we can be more aware of our surroundings, and find out new things we never got around to. We do not always have to be in these nature filled places, we can also notice the good things in our everyday life. We should more often take time to investigate the amazing things around us, and reflect on how lucky we truly are.
The Things Around You
When thinking about the topic of investigation, most think of interrogation, or trying to find the secrets of a suspect. Instead I immediately thought of investigating the things in plain sight, the things around you. While taking this photo, I took time to notice the small things such as the acorns on the trees, and the leaves on the branches. I also took time to look at the big things, the miraculous things, like the beautiful mountains, large trees, and astonishing waterfalls. By investigating things like nature we can be more aware of our surroundings, and find out new things we never got around to. We do not always have to be in these nature filled places, we can also notice the good things in our everyday life. We should more often take time to investigate the amazing things around us, and reflect on how lucky we truly are.
This bookstore has two floors, the first floor contains a photography/art book section, a vinyl sell section, and just a place to grab a book and read. The second floor contains of an art gallery where art pieces can be bought and seen. There's many places on the second floor to take pictures which is what I did. When I heard of the theme this photo was the first one that came to mind. As my friend Jazmine was sitting there she looked worried and I wanted to figure it out so I took a picture. Then after we went to go get coffee and talk it out. So now whenever she's feeling down and isn't in the mood, I show her the photo telling her this is what I see and I want to make sure you're alright.
The Thought
This bookstore has two floors, the first floor contains a photography/art book section, a vinyl sell section, and just a place to grab a book and read. The second floor contains of an art gallery where art pieces can be bought and seen. There's many places on the second floor to take pictures which is what I did. When I heard of the theme this photo was the first one that came to mind. As my friend Jazmine was sitting there she looked worried and I wanted to figure it out so I took a picture. Then after we went to go get coffee and talk it out. So now whenever she's feeling down and isn't in the mood, I show her the photo telling her this is what I see and I want to make sure you're alright.
Although looking like a colorful tree, the papers have much deeper meanings. They are wishes of well being and fortune; for either the writer, themselves or for others. This tree has meaning physically and spiritually.
The Tree of Dreams
Although looking like a colorful tree, the papers have much deeper meanings. They are wishes of well being and fortune; for either the writer, themselves or for others. This tree has meaning physically and spiritually.
Whenever there is an investigation, I take time to figure out what happened. But in the end the light comes out of the darkness. After all that digging you finally find the answer. The new iPhone update allows your phone to name some of your callers "scam likely", everyone always tells me not to answer. Why not?
The Truth Comes Out
Whenever there is an investigation, I take time to figure out what happened. But in the end the light comes out of the darkness. After all that digging you finally find the answer. The new iPhone update allows your phone to name some of your callers "scam likely", everyone always tells me not to answer. Why not?
The photo was taken by me taking a picture of my friend running down the field at or school. I then cropped the photo and added a black and white filter. The photograph relates to the theme investigation by this girl going unnoticed and when she is noticed no one knows who she is so they investigate all of her traits to figure out who the mystery girl is.
The Undefined Identity
The photo was taken by me taking a picture of my friend running down the field at or school. I then cropped the photo and added a black and white filter. The photograph relates to the theme investigation by this girl going unnoticed and when she is noticed no one knows who she is so they investigate all of her traits to figure out who the mystery girl is.
The photograph was taken from inside a school locker looking towards the locker door where the girl is looking in. One locker was picked out of a wall of lockers. The locker was just barely big enough for me to fit into it.
This picture relates to the theme of "Investigation" in the sense that the girl in the photograph is investigating what is within the locker. She is looking inside with a curious and intrigued expression. She is positioned in a way that shows that she is in the middle of opening the locker door. The darkness from within the locker contrasts with the bright outside. This is symbolic in the sense that sometimes in the unknown we uncover something we might not want to uncover. Her almost vague curious expression on her face shows that sometimes we don't understand the impact of what we have discovered. When investigations occur they find the truth no matter how hard it may be to bear.
I would like the judges to know that working with this theme has been very interesting and entertaining. Especially with me being inside of a locker, my friend, the girl in the photo, and I could not stop laughing at the position that I was in. The whole experience was extremely amusing.
The Unknown
The photograph was taken from inside a school locker looking towards the locker door where the girl is looking in. One locker was picked out of a wall of lockers. The locker was just barely big enough for me to fit into it.
This picture relates to the theme of "Investigation" in the sense that the girl in the photograph is investigating what is within the locker. She is looking inside with a curious and intrigued expression. She is positioned in a way that shows that she is in the middle of opening the locker door. The darkness from within the locker contrasts with the bright outside. This is symbolic in the sense that sometimes in the unknown we uncover something we might not want to uncover. Her almost vague curious expression on her face shows that sometimes we don't understand the impact of what we have discovered. When investigations occur they find the truth no matter how hard it may be to bear.
I would like the judges to know that working with this theme has been very interesting and entertaining. Especially with me being inside of a locker, my friend, the girl in the photo, and I could not stop laughing at the position that I was in. The whole experience was extremely amusing.
The image relates to the theme through a caption which is "every building has a story, but not every story will be heard. It is up to us to listen."
The View
The image relates to the theme through a caption which is "every building has a story, but not every story will be heard. It is up to us to listen."
This photo was taken during a family trip over winter break. My mother, my brother, and I were waiting for my dad and his family to get off of a caravan ride. While we were waiting, my brother spotted a hot air balloon with people waiting to board it. My mother thought it would be a really good shot to take so we waited for the balloon to rise up into the air. I wondered how the world would look from up inside the balloon. Although I wasn't able to see the view from up there, I captured this photo of it while it was rising. Through my investigation, I was able to imagine how the view might be from up there.
The View from Above
This photo was taken during a family trip over winter break. My mother, my brother, and I were waiting for my dad and his family to get off of a caravan ride. While we were waiting, my brother spotted a hot air balloon with people waiting to board it. My mother thought it would be a really good shot to take so we waited for the balloon to rise up into the air. I wondered how the world would look from up inside the balloon. Although I wasn't able to see the view from up there, I captured this photo of it while it was rising. Through my investigation, I was able to imagine how the view might be from up there.
One of the biggest mountains in Mexico, on the Bufa scattered on the beautiful green hills the city of Zacatecas is laid out. To see the wonderful sight, my grandpa walks toward the wall to get a great view of the city where he is proud to call his home. Growing up on the ranch, my grandpa never had much of the city insight however something really excited him to see this city part of Zacatecas. This photo represents investigation because I captured his perspective looking upon the city that he is proud to call his home.
The View Through My Grandpa's Eyes
One of the biggest mountains in Mexico, on the Bufa scattered on the beautiful green hills the city of Zacatecas is laid out. To see the wonderful sight, my grandpa walks toward the wall to get a great view of the city where he is proud to call his home. Growing up on the ranch, my grandpa never had much of the city insight however something really excited him to see this city part of Zacatecas. This photo represents investigation because I captured his perspective looking upon the city that he is proud to call his home.
Walking trough different places we often forget where we are or where we have been. This photo shows where many people have been but does not show what people have been thinking. People at that time might have been happy or sad, our thoughts are truly an investigation. This was taken on a gloomy day outside at my school. It was taken on the P.E. track made of gravel.
The Walk of Many
Walking trough different places we often forget where we are or where we have been. This photo shows where many people have been but does not show what people have been thinking. People at that time might have been happy or sad, our thoughts are truly an investigation. This was taken on a gloomy day outside at my school. It was taken on the P.E. track made of gravel.
My photo was taken near a sewer entrance. My photo is about how you can explore places where you are taught you shouldn't. I really love this photo. I really like the feeling of it.
The Way To Go
My photo was taken near a sewer entrance. My photo is about how you can explore places where you are taught you shouldn't. I really love this photo. I really like the feeling of it.
The Web
Tessa O
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Honorable Mention
I was walking in on of the local gardens, taking photos of the flowers and scenery, when I came across a spider-web. I was instantly disgusted and grossed out. But then I started investigating the web and saw how intricate and detailed it was. I then saw how the sun captured it beautifully so I grabbed my camera and snapped a picture. I didn’t think anything of it until later when I started investigating my thoughts. Why did I freak out so much about the spider-web? Yeah maybe it’s not a flower or something people typically take photos of, but it is still amazing. I went back to my camera to actually look at my photo and noticed it was really pretty.
The Web
I was walking in on of the local gardens, taking photos of the flowers and scenery, when I came across a spider-web. I was instantly disgusted and grossed out. But then I started investigating the web and saw how intricate and detailed it was. I then saw how the sun captured it beautifully so I grabbed my camera and snapped a picture. I didn’t think anything of it until later when I started investigating my thoughts. Why did I freak out so much about the spider-web? Yeah maybe it’s not a flower or something people typically take photos of, but it is still amazing. I went back to my camera to actually look at my photo and noticed it was really pretty.
This photo was taken in Downtown, LA, when my class and I went on an LA walking tour to better understand the city we live in. This photo reminds me of LA because although it looks so simple and “perfect” there is so much more to it. The main focus is the sunlight hitting the flower, but without the green bush, the street, trees and cars it wouldn’t be as interesting to look at. A photo is more than just its parts, and same goes for a city. After walking around downtown with my classmates I realized that LA is more than just its movie stars, skyscrapers, palm trees, warm weather, and traffic. It's a place filled with culture, creativity, and diversity. Although I was not born in LA, I have lived here for as long as I can remember and I never really realized how special of a place it was until I really looked.
The Whole
This photo was taken in Downtown, LA, when my class and I went on an LA walking tour to better understand the city we live in. This photo reminds me of LA because although it looks so simple and “perfect” there is so much more to it. The main focus is the sunlight hitting the flower, but without the green bush, the street, trees and cars it wouldn’t be as interesting to look at. A photo is more than just its parts, and same goes for a city. After walking around downtown with my classmates I realized that LA is more than just its movie stars, skyscrapers, palm trees, warm weather, and traffic. It's a place filled with culture, creativity, and diversity. Although I was not born in LA, I have lived here for as long as I can remember and I never really realized how special of a place it was until I really looked.
I went to the abandoned zoo for my friend’s birthday, and I decided to take some pictures of the facility where animals used to roam around in. This picture was taken a few seconds before my friend decided to shout at me to keep up with the group of other friends. I got scared and I tripped and fell down some stairs but not all the way down to the cage. Luckily, I didn’t have any injuries and my friend apologized. I had no idea who put those candles at the bottom of the stairs, which was really mysterious to me. My photograph relates to this year's contest theme because there's really detailed parts in this photograph, such as the graffiti, that tell stories within themselves. Turns out the site of the old zoo was built around 1912 and continued to be built on over the next few decades. But by the mid-1960's it was decided that another zoo was to be built. This facility was under a very poor condition where animals would die and it was thought that the Health Department was going to shut it down for good. There was a myth going around about this zoo that a horror movie was filmed here a long time ago about a dog who was bitten by Dracula himself to become a vampire dog and was eventually killed and buried in this zoo. But the dog would come back to life at night to haunt anyone who steps foot onto the ancient grounds. Some people have said that they could even hear the echoing of the dog barking which was really creepy to me.
The Zoological Garden
I went to the abandoned zoo for my friend’s birthday, and I decided to take some pictures of the facility where animals used to roam around in. This picture was taken a few seconds before my friend decided to shout at me to keep up with the group of other friends. I got scared and I tripped and fell down some stairs but not all the way down to the cage. Luckily, I didn’t have any injuries and my friend apologized. I had no idea who put those candles at the bottom of the stairs, which was really mysterious to me. My photograph relates to this year's contest theme because there's really detailed parts in this photograph, such as the graffiti, that tell stories within themselves. Turns out the site of the old zoo was built around 1912 and continued to be built on over the next few decades. But by the mid-1960's it was decided that another zoo was to be built. This facility was under a very poor condition where animals would die and it was thought that the Health Department was going to shut it down for good. There was a myth going around about this zoo that a horror movie was filmed here a long time ago about a dog who was bitten by Dracula himself to become a vampire dog and was eventually killed and buried in this zoo. But the dog would come back to life at night to haunt anyone who steps foot onto the ancient grounds. Some people have said that they could even hear the echoing of the dog barking which was really creepy to me.
The photo was taken at my school, home of many students that have to stay on campus after the average six hour work day. Despite being a relatively small school, the compact campus always has something going on within its borders . Students run around hurriedly across campus anxious to finish up crafting the latest project before the oncoming deadline. The majority of students chose my school over a traditional high school to figure out more about college life since the school is known for its rigorous group work and college preparation, however the majority of students still have many questions in regards to college. Inquiring of our futures can lead to a treacherous train of terrifying thoughts , but having the support network necessary allows us to ponder the possibilities. The photo ties in to the overall theme of investigation since all investigation is to me means to research a topic, and I felt that the most relevant topic glued to the mind of the average high school student is college. We ponder about college on a daily basis, and will continue to wonder until senior year when we're closest to experiencing a slice of the college life.
ThinkTank
The photo was taken at my school, home of many students that have to stay on campus after the average six hour work day. Despite being a relatively small school, the compact campus always has something going on within its borders . Students run around hurriedly across campus anxious to finish up crafting the latest project before the oncoming deadline. The majority of students chose my school over a traditional high school to figure out more about college life since the school is known for its rigorous group work and college preparation, however the majority of students still have many questions in regards to college. Inquiring of our futures can lead to a treacherous train of terrifying thoughts , but having the support network necessary allows us to ponder the possibilities. The photo ties in to the overall theme of investigation since all investigation is to me means to research a topic, and I felt that the most relevant topic glued to the mind of the average high school student is college. We ponder about college on a daily basis, and will continue to wonder until senior year when we're closest to experiencing a slice of the college life.
This photo was taken inside of our class's work room. I used a red spotlight, a black piece of cloth, a white wooden box, a red net, a plastic skull, and a tripod to hang the net with the skull in it. This photo is an idea of investigation. The skull is an expression of the hung for thought and the hunt of ideas. The entirety of the human is an investigation and the mind is what is searching,it is the investigator.
Thrill of the Hunt
This photo was taken inside of our class's work room. I used a red spotlight, a black piece of cloth, a white wooden box, a red net, a plastic skull, and a tripod to hang the net with the skull in it. This photo is an idea of investigation. The skull is an expression of the hung for thought and the hunt of ideas. The entirety of the human is an investigation and the mind is what is searching,it is the investigator.
I have lived in the city my entire life and I never noticed just how grand the architecture is. But with an assignment and a camera in my hands, I became more vigilant and truly, profoundly investigated my city.
Through My Eyes
I have lived in the city my entire life and I never noticed just how grand the architecture is. But with an assignment and a camera in my hands, I became more vigilant and truly, profoundly investigated my city.
This photo was taken during a walking tour in Downtown LA. LA is filled with color and art, you just need to look for it.
Through My Sunglasses
This photo was taken during a walking tour in Downtown LA. LA is filled with color and art, you just need to look for it.
The photo was taken on a school field trip. There will be many shadows or dark paths that might follow in life. Maybe something blocking you. You'll have to find your own way, find your own path. Though there will be something to follow. Investigation will be needed. Nothing else is needed to say.
Through the Dark
The photo was taken on a school field trip. There will be many shadows or dark paths that might follow in life. Maybe something blocking you. You'll have to find your own way, find your own path. Though there will be something to follow. Investigation will be needed. Nothing else is needed to say.
I was at CALM when I took this image of one of their goats. To relate this image to the theme, investigation is a synonym to exploration, examination, and inquiry. Without eyes to see, investigation would be hardly possible. We use them to observe other objects or situations, known or unknown to us. Everyone does this differently however. We investigate and examine things differently, and if we were able to see through another's eyes, we would see what they see, examine what they examine. If only we could investigate through another's eyes...
Through the Eyes of Another
I was at CALM when I took this image of one of their goats. To relate this image to the theme, investigation is a synonym to exploration, examination, and inquiry. Without eyes to see, investigation would be hardly possible. We use them to observe other objects or situations, known or unknown to us. Everyone does this differently however. We investigate and examine things differently, and if we were able to see through another's eyes, we would see what they see, examine what they examine. If only we could investigate through another's eyes...
My class took a field trip around the city, entering places such as the Grand Central Market, Japanese marketplace and more. We were to take photographs of art we might have overlooked if it be another day. The theme, Investigation. We rode the subway and had a great time. This poem goes with my art piece:
Through the Gateway
Into an urban jungle
Speeding trains and flashing lights
Countless days and countless nights
Through the Gateway
My class took a field trip around the city, entering places such as the Grand Central Market, Japanese marketplace and more. We were to take photographs of art we might have overlooked if it be another day. The theme, Investigation. We rode the subway and had a great time. This poem goes with my art piece:
Through the Gateway
Into an urban jungle
Speeding trains and flashing lights
Countless days and countless nights
I really like this picture because it is very mysterious and it appears as if you are looking through the peephole and that is the first thing that you see. I thought that is was so beautiful that it would be cool if I could see it through my front door so I attatched both of the pictures together. It is almost like you are looking into another world through the peephole.
Through the Looking Glass
I really like this picture because it is very mysterious and it appears as if you are looking through the peephole and that is the first thing that you see. I thought that is was so beautiful that it would be cool if I could see it through my front door so I attatched both of the pictures together. It is almost like you are looking into another world through the peephole.
I was captivated by this young girl who was running around and investigating her surroundings. I love how the lamp posts look as if they are caving in on her. In my eyes, these lamp posts represent the immense world around her, filled with so much to explore. As I was observing, she reminded me a lot of myself when I was younger. I lived for the hours and hours of backyard exploration and adventure. With time, this curiosity slowly was repressed by the stresses that my schooling brought me. This girl's curiosity and audacious personality has inspired me to bring out that part of me again. The adventures we have as kids should never end.
Time for Adventure
I was captivated by this young girl who was running around and investigating her surroundings. I love how the lamp posts look as if they are caving in on her. In my eyes, these lamp posts represent the immense world around her, filled with so much to explore. As I was observing, she reminded me a lot of myself when I was younger. I lived for the hours and hours of backyard exploration and adventure. With time, this curiosity slowly was repressed by the stresses that my schooling brought me. This girl's curiosity and audacious personality has inspired me to bring out that part of me again. The adventures we have as kids should never end.
There is a time in every child’s life where he or she seeks adulthood. During that time, the child will seem confused and distressed, lonely and depressed. They will try and try and try but never seem to fit. But there will come a time of exploring and finding their true self, only to realize they are sinking.
Time is Running Out
There is a time in every child’s life where he or she seeks adulthood. During that time, the child will seem confused and distressed, lonely and depressed. They will try and try and try but never seem to fit. But there will come a time of exploring and finding their true self, only to realize they are sinking.
I took this picture outside my front door after school. I was looking to see how much it snowed, what the snow looked like, and how cold it was. I was so happy that it was finally snowing. My wish came true!
Too Cold To Play
I took this picture outside my front door after school. I was looking to see how much it snowed, what the snow looked like, and how cold it was. I was so happy that it was finally snowing. My wish came true!
I came up with the idea for this photo when I was watching a crime television show. I thought about how case files related to investigation. Specifically how detectives use case files to investigate criminals. I decided to print out some papers with the same theme. I also brought my glasses to give the image an extra pop. Something interesting about this photo is that it was actually a test shot. I was testing this layout and once I downloaded the pictures I actually really liked it. I felt that the simple aspect of the picture and the black and white aspect made it look very clean and smooth.
Top Secret
I came up with the idea for this photo when I was watching a crime television show. I thought about how case files related to investigation. Specifically how detectives use case files to investigate criminals. I decided to print out some papers with the same theme. I also brought my glasses to give the image an extra pop. Something interesting about this photo is that it was actually a test shot. I was testing this layout and once I downloaded the pictures I actually really liked it. I felt that the simple aspect of the picture and the black and white aspect made it look very clean and smooth.
"Touching from a distance, further every time." - Joy Division
Taken at my school, my subject yearns to escape his depressive state, but yet, the shadows over power him, restricting him. Because mental illness is frequently overlooked in high school students, my work represents a student's struggles in facing a mental illness. With my work, I hope to create an awareness of the struggles many students face.
My photo relates to the theme "Investigation" because my subject is searching for his raison d'être.
Touching From a Distance
"Touching from a distance, further every time." - Joy Division
Taken at my school, my subject yearns to escape his depressive state, but yet, the shadows over power him, restricting him. Because mental illness is frequently overlooked in high school students, my work represents a student's struggles in facing a mental illness. With my work, I hope to create an awareness of the struggles many students face.
My photo relates to the theme "Investigation" because my subject is searching for his raison d'être.
Traces
Lilliana G
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Not Selected
This photo was taken in a photography studio.This photograph relates to the theme "investigation' because part of an investigation most of the time includes fingerprints. Fingerprints are used to define a person so when a crime has occurred the first thing to go towards are fingerprints to figure out who did the crime.
Traces
This photo was taken in a photography studio.This photograph relates to the theme "investigation' because part of an investigation most of the time includes fingerprints. Fingerprints are used to define a person so when a crime has occurred the first thing to go towards are fingerprints to figure out who did the crime.
This picture was taken in a photography studio and it was taken because the first thing that comes to my mind when it comes to investigation, is fingerprints. They are one of the main elements that are used for DNA profiling and matching of physical data which will eventually provide valuable information for an investigation. They are mostly used in criminal investigations and they often provide crucial pieces of evidence that can link a suspect to a crime. Prints are typically collected from a crime scene by specialists trained in forensic science techniques to reveal or extract fingerprints from surfaces and objects using chemical or physical methods. The fingerprint images can then be photographed, marked up for distinguishing features by latent fingerprint examiners, and used to search an automated fingerprint identification system.
Traces Left Behind
This picture was taken in a photography studio and it was taken because the first thing that comes to my mind when it comes to investigation, is fingerprints. They are one of the main elements that are used for DNA profiling and matching of physical data which will eventually provide valuable information for an investigation. They are mostly used in criminal investigations and they often provide crucial pieces of evidence that can link a suspect to a crime. Prints are typically collected from a crime scene by specialists trained in forensic science techniques to reveal or extract fingerprints from surfaces and objects using chemical or physical methods. The fingerprint images can then be photographed, marked up for distinguishing features by latent fingerprint examiners, and used to search an automated fingerprint identification system.
This picture was taken at my dad’s apple orchard. I chose this picture for the subject of investigation because it shows a unique kind of investigation, which takes the form of adventure and curiosity, rather than mystery and detective work (which is the more literal meaning). This image captures my cousin looking across the rows of trees as we rode on the back of a tractor, readying herself for a day of exploring and discovering a new world, different from her everyday urban life.
Tractor Ride
This picture was taken at my dad’s apple orchard. I chose this picture for the subject of investigation because it shows a unique kind of investigation, which takes the form of adventure and curiosity, rather than mystery and detective work (which is the more literal meaning). This image captures my cousin looking across the rows of trees as we rode on the back of a tractor, readying herself for a day of exploring and discovering a new world, different from her everyday urban life.
I took my photo while I was at winter camp last weekend. I have been a camper at Camp St. Nicholas for the past 13 years and this was me leaving for the last time as a camper. This place has had a handful of memories for my family and me, as I am a third generation camper- my grandma being the first, then my dad, and lastly my older sister and I. All four of us have made our closest friends here, my dad even meeting a man who is now my godfather. All of my friend's parents and grandparents are still the closest of friends, all because of this little camp in the middle of nowhere. I always think to myself, what would my life be like if I did not go to camp? Who would I be? All the amazing memories and friends I have made here have shaped me into the person I am today. I used to have a very tight circle of school friends because I hated school and I thought I hated the people as well, so I stayed humble. My camp friends were always the ones that have brought out the best in me. As I got older, the best of me is what I always presented instead of the shy antisocial girl I used to be. Since junior year, I have become close friends with several of my classmates and I couldn’t be happier.
Trail of Identity
I took my photo while I was at winter camp last weekend. I have been a camper at Camp St. Nicholas for the past 13 years and this was me leaving for the last time as a camper. This place has had a handful of memories for my family and me, as I am a third generation camper- my grandma being the first, then my dad, and lastly my older sister and I. All four of us have made our closest friends here, my dad even meeting a man who is now my godfather. All of my friend's parents and grandparents are still the closest of friends, all because of this little camp in the middle of nowhere. I always think to myself, what would my life be like if I did not go to camp? Who would I be? All the amazing memories and friends I have made here have shaped me into the person I am today. I used to have a very tight circle of school friends because I hated school and I thought I hated the people as well, so I stayed humble. My camp friends were always the ones that have brought out the best in me. As I got older, the best of me is what I always presented instead of the shy antisocial girl I used to be. Since junior year, I have become close friends with several of my classmates and I couldn’t be happier.
The photo was taken from the gate to enter a backyard. The flower represents a few things like a trail of blood which is portrayed by the red of the petals and the odd situation of the flower being at a place where it normally wouldn't be which left a strange trail which causes questions and the need to investigate.
Trail of Petals
The photo was taken from the gate to enter a backyard. The flower represents a few things like a trail of blood which is portrayed by the red of the petals and the odd situation of the flower being at a place where it normally wouldn't be which left a strange trail which causes questions and the need to investigate.
The photo was taken outside in natural lighting with the camera facing the trunk of a Honda accord on January 18, 2018. This photo relates to this years theme of investigation because it triggers a person to ask questions that lead to further investigation. It was taken in hopes to stir up further questioning and create an emotional sympathy for the person whom is being kidnapped in the photo.
Trapped & Roped
The photo was taken outside in natural lighting with the camera facing the trunk of a Honda accord on January 18, 2018. This photo relates to this years theme of investigation because it triggers a person to ask questions that lead to further investigation. It was taken in hopes to stir up further questioning and create an emotional sympathy for the person whom is being kidnapped in the photo.
I have been living in my neighborhood for 7 years. I thought I would know every inch of it, although my sister and I, while going to the local laundromat, were able to discover a wall full of beautiful, red bougainvillea flowers. I never realized how such a small neigborhood would be so full of treasures.
Treasures
I have been living in my neighborhood for 7 years. I thought I would know every inch of it, although my sister and I, while going to the local laundromat, were able to discover a wall full of beautiful, red bougainvillea flowers. I never realized how such a small neigborhood would be so full of treasures.
Tree
Connor M
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Honorable Mention
I touched the tree and wanted to know what was in the hole of the tree. I had some food in my hand as I put my hand in the hole. I felt the food falling from my hand so I pulled out my hand and a bunny followed. The bunny followed my hand and started eating the food out of my hand.
Tree
I touched the tree and wanted to know what was in the hole of the tree. I had some food in my hand as I put my hand in the hole. I felt the food falling from my hand so I pulled out my hand and a bunny followed. The bunny followed my hand and started eating the food out of my hand.
This photo relates to investigation by how it protects the trees like police protect us and police do investigations all the time. I love to take pictures
Tree Protector
This photo relates to investigation by how it protects the trees like police protect us and police do investigations all the time. I love to take pictures
This photo was taken while I was observing the trees. I thought the combination of the trees and the sunset looked nice.
Tree Sunset
This photo was taken while I was observing the trees. I thought the combination of the trees and the sunset looked nice.
My view through the branches of this tree, made me wonder about the effect of winter light on trees. This picture captures the gentle light just before sunset. I am inspired by this view to investigate how a tree uses light as it sleeps through the winter night.
Tree with Winter Light
My view through the branches of this tree, made me wonder about the effect of winter light on trees. This picture captures the gentle light just before sunset. I am inspired by this view to investigate how a tree uses light as it sleeps through the winter night.
trees
Heidy C
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Not Selected
I feel trees are like buildings because buildings grow little by little like a tree. The trees grow little be little. I did this picture because I love LA and trees. Do you think trees are the builds.
trees
I feel trees are like buildings because buildings grow little by little like a tree. The trees grow little be little. I did this picture because I love LA and trees. Do you think trees are the builds.
I never noticed there were flowers in the playground. Then, I went out and started my investigation. In a corner, almost hiding, I discovered the true beauty in this flower. It was there, it was always there. I only needed to observe. There it was, there it is, true beauty.
True Beauty
I never noticed there were flowers in the playground. Then, I went out and started my investigation. In a corner, almost hiding, I discovered the true beauty in this flower. It was there, it was always there. I only needed to observe. There it was, there it is, true beauty.
The truth is there is more meaning to Los Angeles. It is where many people want to move and be devoted to their dreams; it is where many things can become a reality. Many people think when they automatically hear LA they think of somewhere crowded and with a lot of traffic. This is not completely true because here in LA there are many people with a passion for success and a passion to learn and have the patience to do what they came for.
Truth Behind the Immense Name
The truth is there is more meaning to Los Angeles. It is where many people want to move and be devoted to their dreams; it is where many things can become a reality. Many people think when they automatically hear LA they think of somewhere crowded and with a lot of traffic. This is not completely true because here in LA there are many people with a passion for success and a passion to learn and have the patience to do what they came for.
Did you know, there is a Castle in Pasadena - a Nationally Registered Historic Monument and Officially Designated Pasadena Treasure? I didn’t until a couple weeks ago. Every Saturday I walk the sidewalks of Old Town and photograph. This particular weekend I was walking by this big Victorian esk building confused what this place was. I peeked through the vines on the gate with my camera and found the wooden window ajar and vintage white curtains. The Castle Green is a hotel in Old Town, Pasadena. Castle Green has a unique exterior giving off a mystical facade. It is surrounded by a metal fence intervened by green leafy plants. This photograph pertains to the theme, “investigation”, by my curiosity in exploring this 1898 hotel I never knew was there. I have driven by the Castle so many times and never took a second look at it. This old hotel is so interesting having a piece of physical Californian history. Once opened Castle Green was the social center of Pasadena. The hotel hosted many tycoons and presidents.
Tunc Capsulae
Did you know, there is a Castle in Pasadena - a Nationally Registered Historic Monument and Officially Designated Pasadena Treasure? I didn’t until a couple weeks ago. Every Saturday I walk the sidewalks of Old Town and photograph. This particular weekend I was walking by this big Victorian esk building confused what this place was. I peeked through the vines on the gate with my camera and found the wooden window ajar and vintage white curtains. The Castle Green is a hotel in Old Town, Pasadena. Castle Green has a unique exterior giving off a mystical facade. It is surrounded by a metal fence intervened by green leafy plants. This photograph pertains to the theme, “investigation”, by my curiosity in exploring this 1898 hotel I never knew was there. I have driven by the Castle so many times and never took a second look at it. This old hotel is so interesting having a piece of physical Californian history. Once opened Castle Green was the social center of Pasadena. The hotel hosted many tycoons and presidents.
This photo was taken at a park where I was invited to a party. My dad had his camera so I took it and started messing around. With a bit of editing the photo turned into one of the situations that has a deeper meaning. It cannot be explained by what is seen but every person individually see's it one way or the other.
Two Worlds Colide
This photo was taken at a park where I was invited to a party. My dad had his camera so I took it and started messing around. With a bit of editing the photo turned into one of the situations that has a deeper meaning. It cannot be explained by what is seen but every person individually see's it one way or the other.
UFO?
Christian R
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Honorable Mention
I was driving in the car with my family to our library, and saw an amazing sight in the sky that looked like a UFO! We pulled over to the side of the parking lot, and I hollered for my mom to hand me her phone, so I could take photos and video of this before I missed it. Watching the rocket high above us sure was an awesome sight to see.
It turned out that the amazing sight in the sky was space rocket that Elon Musk and his team from SpaceX sent in to space. SpaceX’s “Falcon 9”, the rocket is called, launched from Vandenburg Air Force Base here in California. I thought at first a UFO was trying to communicate with us! The trail it left was visible for quite a while. If I had to guess, maybe about 20-30 minutes. The rocket was carrying ten satellites into space.
UFO?
I was driving in the car with my family to our library, and saw an amazing sight in the sky that looked like a UFO! We pulled over to the side of the parking lot, and I hollered for my mom to hand me her phone, so I could take photos and video of this before I missed it. Watching the rocket high above us sure was an awesome sight to see.
It turned out that the amazing sight in the sky was space rocket that Elon Musk and his team from SpaceX sent in to space. SpaceX’s “Falcon 9”, the rocket is called, launched from Vandenburg Air Force Base here in California. I thought at first a UFO was trying to communicate with us! The trail it left was visible for quite a while. If I had to guess, maybe about 20-30 minutes. The rocket was carrying ten satellites into space.
Unclean
Justin S
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Not Selected
In Shanghai, I investigated a local food market. I was shocked when I saw sanitation standards were kept to below what would be a bare minimum in the United States. Shanghai is an otherwise clean and modern city. When I investigated the rest of Shanghai I failed to find another example of such uncleanliness.
Unclean
In Shanghai, I investigated a local food market. I was shocked when I saw sanitation standards were kept to below what would be a bare minimum in the United States. Shanghai is an otherwise clean and modern city. When I investigated the rest of Shanghai I failed to find another example of such uncleanliness.
As I was looking around to take a good photo I notice that there was a line of ants walking up the stem of the tree and the beautiful sunlight hitting the tree. I looked up and I saw a great opportunity to take a photo.
Under the Banana
As I was looking around to take a good photo I notice that there was a line of ants walking up the stem of the tree and the beautiful sunlight hitting the tree. I looked up and I saw a great opportunity to take a photo.
This photo was taken in a studio at in the far back of the classroom with the lights off and a light protruding from the bottom up. When we eat fruit we simply peel the skin and eat it with no questions asked. However, the curiosity peaked when I had to know if there was anything in between the lines of the innards of fruit. As I continued to take shots of various fruits I still was not satisfied with seeing a vague transparency. I decided to get up close and personal with the fruit by exposing a clearer image with a magnifier. The image became clear as day when I found the intricate patterns our everyday fruits hold, it was truly fascinating.
Underneath the Rind
This photo was taken in a studio at in the far back of the classroom with the lights off and a light protruding from the bottom up. When we eat fruit we simply peel the skin and eat it with no questions asked. However, the curiosity peaked when I had to know if there was anything in between the lines of the innards of fruit. As I continued to take shots of various fruits I still was not satisfied with seeing a vague transparency. I decided to get up close and personal with the fruit by exposing a clearer image with a magnifier. The image became clear as day when I found the intricate patterns our everyday fruits hold, it was truly fascinating.
When I took this photo, I was on the pier at the beach. I had just gone to the pier with my family for a day trip. We were just walking around and I had noticed that if you were to look down, you could see the ocean between the cracks of the boards. It was very nice to see that you could have the natural beauty of the ocean just underneath your feet. My photograph relates to the contest’s theme, “Investigation”, because, everyone tries to look for nature's beauty all the time, but you never realize that it could actually be underneath your feet. I like to always investigate the natural beauty in everything, this shows that if you look in the most random of places, you can always find beauty in everything. You never actually know what could be underneath your feet until you really look and investigate. I haven’t edited the photo with anything including software.
Underneath Your Feet
When I took this photo, I was on the pier at the beach. I had just gone to the pier with my family for a day trip. We were just walking around and I had noticed that if you were to look down, you could see the ocean between the cracks of the boards. It was very nice to see that you could have the natural beauty of the ocean just underneath your feet. My photograph relates to the contest’s theme, “Investigation”, because, everyone tries to look for nature's beauty all the time, but you never realize that it could actually be underneath your feet. I like to always investigate the natural beauty in everything, this shows that if you look in the most random of places, you can always find beauty in everything. You never actually know what could be underneath your feet until you really look and investigate. I haven’t edited the photo with anything including software.
The person captured in a family friend named Fernando. He is captured invisoning the art, and the meaning behind a blank wall, a black paining. He says," it is like the mind, unknowing and unending".
The photo itself is unknowing. There is no true story behind it or with a caption of detail it requires investigation and an imagination, therefore making it a mystery with no words, or rhythm.
Unknowing the Mind
The person captured in a family friend named Fernando. He is captured invisoning the art, and the meaning behind a blank wall, a black paining. He says," it is like the mind, unknowing and unending".
The photo itself is unknowing. There is no true story behind it or with a caption of detail it requires investigation and an imagination, therefore making it a mystery with no words, or rhythm.
Unknown
Brooklyn C
Student
El Dorado
2018
Not Selected
This is a self portrait that I wanted to show myself looking into the darkness and the unknown. To me, figuring out who I am and my future is my biggest investigation.
Unknown
This is a self portrait that I wanted to show myself looking into the darkness and the unknown. To me, figuring out who I am and my future is my biggest investigation.
Twenty meters beneath the city of Paris lie the bones of six million skeletons. Six million people, each with his own untold story. When the bones were moved from the cemeteries into the catacombs, these people not only lost their identity but the details of the lives they had lived. Walking through the catacombs, I was in awe of the piles of bones lining each wall. These skulls in particular caught my attention. Who were they? How did they die? The leftmost skull is badly broken. Was it a fatal blow, or some unfortunate accident occurring years later by some clumsy Parisian. I can’t help but wonder: did they know each other when they were alive? Or have they been condemned to spend their final resting place next to a total stranger? Unfortunately, today’s technology is unable to answer these questions. Yet, I ask these questions hoping one day the mystery shrouding the bones can be lifted. As written on the entrance to the catacombs, “Arrète! C’Est ici l’empire de la mort” and if one is to enter the Empire of Death, she has to investigate.
Untold Stories
Twenty meters beneath the city of Paris lie the bones of six million skeletons. Six million people, each with his own untold story. When the bones were moved from the cemeteries into the catacombs, these people not only lost their identity but the details of the lives they had lived. Walking through the catacombs, I was in awe of the piles of bones lining each wall. These skulls in particular caught my attention. Who were they? How did they die? The leftmost skull is badly broken. Was it a fatal blow, or some unfortunate accident occurring years later by some clumsy Parisian. I can’t help but wonder: did they know each other when they were alive? Or have they been condemned to spend their final resting place next to a total stranger? Unfortunately, today’s technology is unable to answer these questions. Yet, I ask these questions hoping one day the mystery shrouding the bones can be lifted. As written on the entrance to the catacombs, “Arrète! C’Est ici l’empire de la mort” and if one is to enter the Empire of Death, she has to investigate.
I took this photo when I was on winter break in Lake Arrowhead. There are many interesting places to explore in the mountains and when you explore you investigate your surroundings. The fact that no one had walked on the fresh snow means that no one had gone to explore and investigate it yet.
Untraveled Path
I took this photo when I was on winter break in Lake Arrowhead. There are many interesting places to explore in the mountains and when you explore you investigate your surroundings. The fact that no one had walked on the fresh snow means that no one had gone to explore and investigate it yet.
Up Close
Diego E
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Honorable Mention
This is a picture of an onion’s stem up close. I was in my dinning room, and the picture was taken on a poster board on the dinning table. It is investigation because the viewer has to investigate what the object is in the picture. This is my first time taking a photo and entering it to a contest. I’m new to photography.
Up Close
This is a picture of an onion’s stem up close. I was in my dinning room, and the picture was taken on a poster board on the dinning table. It is investigation because the viewer has to investigate what the object is in the picture. This is my first time taking a photo and entering it to a contest. I’m new to photography.
Vidraru Dam was constructed by the Socialist Republic of Romania in 1966 to glorify the communist regime and its achievements. My mother was raised in this oppressive regime and was taught to dedicate herself to communism. Almost 30 years have passed since the Romanian people had revolted and adopted democracy and the country still bares deep scars from this oppression. This past summer, I visited my mother’s birthplace and explored my family's history. For the first time in my life, I could investigate my ancestry through photography. My photo depicts a monument that heralds a lost era which is still fresh in the minds of many Romanians.
Vidraru Dam
Vidraru Dam was constructed by the Socialist Republic of Romania in 1966 to glorify the communist regime and its achievements. My mother was raised in this oppressive regime and was taught to dedicate herself to communism. Almost 30 years have passed since the Romanian people had revolted and adopted democracy and the country still bares deep scars from this oppression. This past summer, I visited my mother’s birthplace and explored my family's history. For the first time in my life, I could investigate my ancestry through photography. My photo depicts a monument that heralds a lost era which is still fresh in the minds of many Romanians.
View
Kimberly-Lizette C
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Not Selected
I’ve never been to the Santa Monica Pier and I wanted to go explore it. It fits the theme because investigating what people are thinking whether they are alone or with someone. Investigating what the purpose for the person's happiness for that moment.
View
I’ve never been to the Santa Monica Pier and I wanted to go explore it. It fits the theme because investigating what people are thinking whether they are alone or with someone. Investigating what the purpose for the person's happiness for that moment.
I went camping in Los Osos with a group of friends. My buddy and I were walking along Pismo Beach. I noticed when he was walking, he was picking up smooth stones that were washed up on the coastline. I thought it was interesting how he was investigating the stones. I also liked the reflection of his shadow on the shore. It looked as though he was walking on water.
Walking on Water
I went camping in Los Osos with a group of friends. My buddy and I were walking along Pismo Beach. I noticed when he was walking, he was picking up smooth stones that were washed up on the coastline. I thought it was interesting how he was investigating the stones. I also liked the reflection of his shadow on the shore. It looked as though he was walking on water.
Wander
Aiden B
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Not Selected
For my CaliforniaStreaming investigation photograph, I chose a photo that I took on a hike. It was my first time being in this area, so the process was an exploration -- and subsequently, an investigation as well. The picture I chose best represents how I felt on the hike: I was completely encapsulated by nature.
Wander
For my CaliforniaStreaming investigation photograph, I chose a photo that I took on a hike. It was my first time being in this area, so the process was an exploration -- and subsequently, an investigation as well. The picture I chose best represents how I felt on the hike: I was completely encapsulated by nature.
Water
Michelle G
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Not Selected
This picture was taken at an amusement park, in one of the rides. I took the picture because I liked how the sun was shining on the water.
Water
This picture was taken at an amusement park, in one of the rides. I took the picture because I liked how the sun was shining on the water.
Water
Isabella S
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Honorable Mention
This is a picture of a freshwater stream in Rhinebeck, New York, an upstate country area. This stream flows behind my house further down the hillside. The water that is flowing is naturally filtered and purified through the rocks. It is a main water source for the local deer, coyotes, foxes, rabbits, bears and many more animals. I had known the source was local, but I had not known exactly where. I remembered that in the summer I had come down to see this same stream. There was no water at the time and it was pretty dry. The day before this picture was taken, the snow had begun to finish completely melting. I have found that the water is runoff from the snow melt which is the main reason I can only see this stream in the winter. Some of the water is also flowing up from the underground. In this picture, the water flows through rocks and trap any debris such as leaves which will float. Most smaller rocks will sink to the bottom. When I tasted the water further down the stream, it tasted very cold and fresh. Similar to bottled water. My investigation concluded, where the source is and the natural filtering process, making it drinkable.
Water
This is a picture of a freshwater stream in Rhinebeck, New York, an upstate country area. This stream flows behind my house further down the hillside. The water that is flowing is naturally filtered and purified through the rocks. It is a main water source for the local deer, coyotes, foxes, rabbits, bears and many more animals. I had known the source was local, but I had not known exactly where. I remembered that in the summer I had come down to see this same stream. There was no water at the time and it was pretty dry. The day before this picture was taken, the snow had begun to finish completely melting. I have found that the water is runoff from the snow melt which is the main reason I can only see this stream in the winter. Some of the water is also flowing up from the underground. In this picture, the water flows through rocks and trap any debris such as leaves which will float. Most smaller rocks will sink to the bottom. When I tasted the water further down the stream, it tasted very cold and fresh. Similar to bottled water. My investigation concluded, where the source is and the natural filtering process, making it drinkable.
I was walking outside in a courtyard and I saw raindrops falling from a stem. My photograph relates to the theme because I was looking for something to take a picture of.
Water Dropping
I was walking outside in a courtyard and I saw raindrops falling from a stem. My photograph relates to the theme because I was looking for something to take a picture of.
I was on a walking trip and as I explored around the area, I took the picture.
We’re all like flowers in a way,
We just have to find that special day
First a seed, all so small
It takes a little motivation to start it all
Trying to investigate who we are
Though it may leave a scar
Soon we’ll able be there, you see
We’ll all start blooming
We can all learn to grow in our own flower
Sometimes you just have to find that power
No matter how hard it takes
It’ll all be your own one day
We're All Like Flowers
I was on a walking trip and as I explored around the area, I took the picture.
We’re all like flowers in a way,
We just have to find that special day
First a seed, all so small
It takes a little motivation to start it all
Trying to investigate who we are
Though it may leave a scar
Soon we’ll able be there, you see
We’ll all start blooming
We can all learn to grow in our own flower
Sometimes you just have to find that power
No matter how hard it takes
It’ll all be your own one day
What lies in our world outside?
There’s an open path just for us.
Just for you and me.
Now let’s get out there and create the greatest moment of our life.
What For?
What lies in our world outside?
There’s an open path just for us.
Just for you and me.
Now let’s get out there and create the greatest moment of our life.
The photo was taken in a cultural place of the city. I wonder what it would be like to soar above my city and see every wonder from above. I wonder what it would be like to be tiny and admire every crevice within architecture. I wonder what it would be like to search, explore, and investigate everything I can. I wonder what it would be like to accomplish my goals. Well I’ll find out tomorrow because everything I wanna do can happen with some work and that’s what it took to design and build the beautiful buildings in my picture.
What it Would be Like
The photo was taken in a cultural place of the city. I wonder what it would be like to soar above my city and see every wonder from above. I wonder what it would be like to be tiny and admire every crevice within architecture. I wonder what it would be like to search, explore, and investigate everything I can. I wonder what it would be like to accomplish my goals. Well I’ll find out tomorrow because everything I wanna do can happen with some work and that’s what it took to design and build the beautiful buildings in my picture.
On December 22 the SpaceX Falcon9 took flight. As it passed overhead and left a trail behind, a question flashed through my mind. What was really up in space? Would we ever know? The trail left behind gives the feeling of what may be up in the infinite void of space. Is there anyone or anything living out there? This leaves the question to whether or not space will ever really be fully investigated. Or will the idea of seeing the rest of space just be a faint dream/fantasy to mankind?
What's Up There
On December 22 the SpaceX Falcon9 took flight. As it passed overhead and left a trail behind, a question flashed through my mind. What was really up in space? Would we ever know? The trail left behind gives the feeling of what may be up in the infinite void of space. Is there anyone or anything living out there? This leaves the question to whether or not space will ever really be fully investigated. Or will the idea of seeing the rest of space just be a faint dream/fantasy to mankind?
The picture was taken nearby the entrance of the Bradbury Building. It appeared on a pole with an article written on it, and there was an image of a man who's face was physically scratched out. It makes me wonder if the man had done something wrong for his face to be removed. Maybe it was just a young teen who liked the feeling of rebellion. Perhaps we'll never get to know.
What's Up With Him?
The picture was taken nearby the entrance of the Bradbury Building. It appeared on a pole with an article written on it, and there was an image of a man who's face was physically scratched out. It makes me wonder if the man had done something wrong for his face to be removed. Maybe it was just a young teen who liked the feeling of rebellion. Perhaps we'll never get to know.
The importance of something may require a longer time of deliberation. This arrangement of staples and coins creates a message in Morse code, saying “DEREK WAS HERE”, relating to the idea of investigating deeper into something. This code is used to “investigate deeper” into the location of someone at a certain time, which could potentially be just the beginning of further discoveries. The thumbtack is unknown to the investigator, but in reality, it marks a real place—Tristan da Cunha. Both clues go hand-in-hand to connect the dots to a conclusion, as each gives more insight to the other.
Where Are We?
The importance of something may require a longer time of deliberation. This arrangement of staples and coins creates a message in Morse code, saying “DEREK WAS HERE”, relating to the idea of investigating deeper into something. This code is used to “investigate deeper” into the location of someone at a certain time, which could potentially be just the beginning of further discoveries. The thumbtack is unknown to the investigator, but in reality, it marks a real place—Tristan da Cunha. Both clues go hand-in-hand to connect the dots to a conclusion, as each gives more insight to the other.
My Nino’s Son, Declan, is investigating under the chair. He was playing with his car and it rolled under the chair. He went under the chair to get it. That is why he is investigating under the chair.
Where Did It Go?
My Nino’s Son, Declan, is investigating under the chair. He was playing with his car and it rolled under the chair. He went under the chair to get it. That is why he is investigating under the chair.
Who am I? Every time I look in the mirror a different person looks back with new feelings and ideas. It takes bravery to look deep and investigate what I am seeing. It would be easy to ignore what I see and watch it fade back into my core. Then I decide what I am going to show the world and put my public face on.
Who Am I Investigation
Who am I? Every time I look in the mirror a different person looks back with new feelings and ideas. It takes bravery to look deep and investigate what I am seeing. It would be easy to ignore what I see and watch it fade back into my core. Then I decide what I am going to show the world and put my public face on.
The idea behind this photograph is the mystery that provokes investigation. One can just imagine coming home to this scene and immediately wanting to know “Who did this?”. The intense contrasting colors and shards of sharp, shattered glass become tools that add to the drama of the “crime scene”. In the end, visuals like these, are the ones that ultimately aid in the investigation and solving the mystery.
Who Broke My Flower Vase
The idea behind this photograph is the mystery that provokes investigation. One can just imagine coming home to this scene and immediately wanting to know “Who did this?”. The intense contrasting colors and shards of sharp, shattered glass become tools that add to the drama of the “crime scene”. In the end, visuals like these, are the ones that ultimately aid in the investigation and solving the mystery.
The picture was taken outside in a very noisy environment with a lot of people. This picture relates with investigation because of the temptation to find out who’s behind the tree and why. You’d need to investigate the features of the hand to find out.
Who’s behind the Tree?
The picture was taken outside in a very noisy environment with a lot of people. This picture relates with investigation because of the temptation to find out who’s behind the tree and why. You’d need to investigate the features of the hand to find out.
Whom?
Brianna L
Student
Los Angeles
2018
Not Selected
The photograph was taken in a lit room while holding a mini flashlight over the fingerprint. This photograph relates to "investigation" because often in investagtions detectives find fingerprints and use them as evidence to find the perpetrator.
Whom?
The photograph was taken in a lit room while holding a mini flashlight over the fingerprint. This photograph relates to "investigation" because often in investagtions detectives find fingerprints and use them as evidence to find the perpetrator.
This photograph relates to this year's contest theme "investigation" because I took this photo during one of school activities which was a water day and the whole school was divided into teams to be the wining team and each team had to go through different types of obstacles to be the winning team and going head to head with other teams. I would like the judges to know this is my first photo submission.
Who's the Winner?
This photograph relates to this year's contest theme "investigation" because I took this photo during one of school activities which was a water day and the whole school was divided into teams to be the wining team and each team had to go through different types of obstacles to be the winning team and going head to head with other teams. I would like the judges to know this is my first photo submission.
The photo was taken a mile from downtown LA near the top of a hill.
The Photo ties into the investigation theme by investigating of what different people in LA think of it.
What do you see in front of you when the color of the picture is removed?
What do you focus on?
The architecture?
The bright light shining over LA?
Or the darkness?
It all depends on your perspective you may have compared to others.
What do you see LA as?
Why Do You See LA As ?
The photo was taken a mile from downtown LA near the top of a hill.
The Photo ties into the investigation theme by investigating of what different people in LA think of it.
What do you see in front of you when the color of the picture is removed?
What do you focus on?
The architecture?
The bright light shining over LA?
Or the darkness?
It all depends on your perspective you may have compared to others.
What do you see LA as?
Investigation (noun) - the action of investigating something or someone; formal or systematic examination or research
In her eyes, many things can be seen. In her eyes different emotions can be seen such as; fear, anger, sadness, joy, happiness, love, suffer, and pain. Her eyes are a crime scene and you are a detective. Her eyes are waiting to be discovered.
Wonder Eyes
Investigation (noun) - the action of investigating something or someone; formal or systematic examination or research
In her eyes, many things can be seen. In her eyes different emotions can be seen such as; fear, anger, sadness, joy, happiness, love, suffer, and pain. Her eyes are a crime scene and you are a detective. Her eyes are waiting to be discovered.
This photo relates to investigation because you may never know how many people are in a building, peering out at those little ants in the street. You may also never know how many of those ants are looking up at the windows of those buildings, wondering what it holds.
Wondrous Windows
This photo relates to investigation because you may never know how many people are in a building, peering out at those little ants in the street. You may also never know how many of those ants are looking up at the windows of those buildings, wondering what it holds.
This is my grandpa using a meter to investigate a lighting short in the electrical system of his 57 Chevy Bel Air.
Working on an Old Car
This is my grandpa using a meter to investigate a lighting short in the electrical system of his 57 Chevy Bel Air.
This photo was taken in 2017 on our new school location.
Yellow Flower
This photo was taken in 2017 on our new school location.
I was at my school garden trying to take a photo of a flower, and I saw this flower laying under some big leaves. It had some nice colors in it.
Yellow Flower on Fire
I was at my school garden trying to take a photo of a flower, and I saw this flower laying under some big leaves. It had some nice colors in it.
Taken in streets of Tokyo, the bright yellow taxi stands out from the foggy weather. I investigated to find contrast between the central image, the taxi, and the background. As you inspect closer into the picture, you see the tall skyscrapers of Tokyo looming over the fog.
Yellow Taxi
Taken in streets of Tokyo, the bright yellow taxi stands out from the foggy weather. I investigated to find contrast between the central image, the taxi, and the background. As you inspect closer into the picture, you see the tall skyscrapers of Tokyo looming over the fog.
I love mountains with a lake around them. Studying the nature of Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite's Mountain
I love mountains with a lake around them. Studying the nature of Yosemite National Park.
I took this photo in a small town called Bisbee Arizona. My friend and I had been cooped up in a hotel for the days leading up to this photo, so when we were told that we could go out we were ecstatic. The town is known for it's street art, so there was no bare wall in sight, it was absolutely beautiful. My friend and I were so amazed that it didn't occur to us that walking through alley ways was probably not a smart idea.
That day was an example of how we let our youthful curiosity bring us to investigate this small unique town, the day that we traveled and investigated through both rain and shine. The symbol of the security camera was all around once we started to look, as well as being a crucial part of the modern investigation.
You Can't See Me, I Can't See You
I took this photo in a small town called Bisbee Arizona. My friend and I had been cooped up in a hotel for the days leading up to this photo, so when we were told that we could go out we were ecstatic. The town is known for it's street art, so there was no bare wall in sight, it was absolutely beautiful. My friend and I were so amazed that it didn't occur to us that walking through alley ways was probably not a smart idea.
That day was an example of how we let our youthful curiosity bring us to investigate this small unique town, the day that we traveled and investigated through both rain and shine. The symbol of the security camera was all around once we started to look, as well as being a crucial part of the modern investigation.
This photo was taken in my front yard. Sometimes policemen use dogs to investigate and find objects that may be hidden and are critical to cases, such as drugs. This photo is an example of how a dog is looking into the distance as if she caught the scent of something vitally important to a case.
You Talkin' to me?
This photo was taken in my front yard. Sometimes policemen use dogs to investigate and find objects that may be hidden and are critical to cases, such as drugs. This photo is an example of how a dog is looking into the distance as if she caught the scent of something vitally important to a case.
The photo was taken in my science class. During the class, we were investigating these insects and examining them in the form they were currently in.
Young Grasshopper
The photo was taken in my science class. During the class, we were investigating these insects and examining them in the form they were currently in.
The new generations are the future. As represented here, the start of the path is blurry, but later it becomes clear. Every person has a future, although it is not very clear until they discover their true skill or talent. Your future remains unknown until time comes to show.
Your Future
The new generations are the future. As represented here, the start of the path is blurry, but later it becomes clear. Every person has a future, although it is not very clear until they discover their true skill or talent. Your future remains unknown until time comes to show.
After a long video game session at my computer, my screensaver kicks in and I begin to zone out. By zoning out, my visual senses damper and I can hear my family yelling in the background, my dog barking, or smell frozen pizzas in the oven. Not only am I more aware of my surrounding, I am attentive to my own procrastination, and the multiple hours I spent with my friends in front of a single screen.
Zoning Out
After a long video game session at my computer, my screensaver kicks in and I begin to zone out. By zoning out, my visual senses damper and I can hear my family yelling in the background, my dog barking, or smell frozen pizzas in the oven. Not only am I more aware of my surrounding, I am attentive to my own procrastination, and the multiple hours I spent with my friends in front of a single screen.