A boy swimming in a pool (Bohol, Philippines, Winter 2024). 

This is a photo of a boy in a swimming pool. I took this photo because it sparks feelings of innocence in childhood. I was walking by the pool when I saw this little kid splashing on the water. The sunlight reflected around him as if he’s spreading his glistening joy around the world. Oh to be a little kid again,not a care in the world. Who wouldn’t want to relive those days? I took this in my home country and it reminded me of myself years ago. I pictured myself in those same footsteps, I too was a little boy playing in the pool with my little hat. Do you picture yourself here too? 

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The moon between the signs (Seattle, WA, Winter 2024). 

I took this photo because it reminded me of peace. The moon was shining bright and it was standing out in the quietness of the sky. It reminds me of how I feel when I’m around the person I love, she reminds me of the moon; standing out among the stars in the sky.

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My experience with CCC has taught me significant things not only with cameras, but a lot about art in general. I often see people ask the question: What is art? I used to ask the same thing but now I know that art is whatever I want it to be.

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