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Exploring the Lighthouse
“The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to
see without a camera.”
~ Dorothea Lange, Photographer
“Photography represents the world
we know, and suggests a world Reflecting what you see...
beyond what we can see. Creativity
is the gap between perception and Photography is a powerful tool for exploring the world around us. It
knowledge.” causes us to focus more intently on what we are looking at, to look more
~ Emmet Gowin, Photographer closely, pay attention to the details, and take nothing for granted. It cre-
ates an intimate connection with the subject and with the environment
that surrounds it.
While it’s a very personal process, the end result is universal. To appreci-
ate a photograph requires no ability to read, no language in common, no
prerequisite level of education or life experience. Just an ability to see and
to feel, and a willingness to participate.
For this part of the program, we provided each student with a cell phone
camera and some basic instruction in its use, as well a brief overview of
the art of photography. Then we asked them to take photographs while
they were at the lighhouse, focusing on the things that caught their atten-
tion and/or their imagination. When we returned to the school later, each
student chose his or her favourite photo, and explained why they chose it.
There were lots of amazing photographs – creative and insightful! The
following pages showcase their chosen photographs. Enjoy!
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