Reaching, 2016 In this photo, I am trying to capture the idea of "opening up" reaching for something fresh and bold. I used a flower opening upwards because it represents springtime, and new life.
Lost, 2016 This photo represents how beautiful things, like freedom, can be constricted by dark thoughts but never overpowered.
Growth, 2016 This photo captures the freedom that comes from being unsaddled by responsibility and able to grow by yourself.
Thoughtful, 2016 This photo captures the importance of having an inviting place to just go and think and be yourself.
Liberation, 2016 This photo captures the freedom associated with feeling the wind in your hair and just letting go.
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Concentration

My concentration is on the concept of "freedom." To me, freedom is what exists when one is able to express and understand themselves wholly. When people are no longer saddled with pressure to conform to what popular culture deems "acceptable" and they are able to explore every part of their imagination, then they are truly free. I think people come the closest to freedom when in nature, so in my concentration I decided to focus on the outdoors.

Emma Zahner
Student Photographer Sparta Township, NJ