Kingston C- Alone

 The title of this image is “Alone” . The reason for that is the car looks like it's the only one on the road and the street makes it look like it's in the middle of nowhere. This was taken at a gadsden camping lot, this was taken with a Nikon. The only thing i did was try to enhance the reflection and dark the photo a little bit, Only thing different i would want is the car to be a bit more clear.

Hazel A- Mars

 The title of this image is called Mars, it was taken in Orlando, Florida on How to train your dragon rollercoaster on march 21 with my sony camera (used for trips). I didn't have to edit it much although I did do some retouching and cropping. I could have edited this better if I had chosen to show a better view that was there but overall possibly could have made the background better and is still a great photo.

Addison G- The Divide

 The title of the image is The Divide. I named it this because I really like the photo’s divide in the middle of the water and the sky. I took it in Michigan on my family friend’s lake. I took it about 3 weeks ago. I took it with my phone. I edited it by actually changing the vibrance to be more calming and softer colors. I think I could have spent more time getting rid of the little distractions from the image. 

Braden K- Black & White

 The name of the image is Black and White. It was taken at my house during the autumn season. I edited by decreasing brightness, removing grain, and increasing the sharpness

Mary Alex R- Strike

 I titled this beach photo “Strike.” I took this picture on a solo walk while a lightning storm was going on in the Gulf. I took this 3.4 second exposure photo with my iPhone 15. This is the raw photo that I took, and it could be better if the condos and lightning were more in focus and if the overall photo was less noisy. If I ever get another chance, I would love to recreate this shot using my camera and tripod to get a crispier photo.

Anastasiia O - Vibe

I called this picture “Vibe.” I took it in my room at night, while sitting on the floor. I cleaned my room beforehand so I decided to light some scented candles, and put one on the window because I felt like it. I think it looked cool because it had a calming vibe to it, so that's why I named it what I did. 

Julia M- Dog Summe

   This photo was taken Saturday at 10:12am. I took it with my phone when I was at the Greater Birmingham Humane Society for my volunteering job as a dog walker. I edited it by removing my hand and leg from the original photo, adding a filter to give the photo more of a sunshine/joyful effect, and I brightened the dog’s eyes and some other areas. I really like how it turned out but I don’t know how I would make it better because I like it so much, but advice is appreciated. Also the dog’s name is Alice and she is amazing.

Reginald L- Flowers

 The title of this photo is flower and I took this picture with my iphone 13 and it was taken outside behind the school last year for an assignment. How I edited it was to adjust the color mixer and light. I also adjusted the optics to make the image brighter around the corners and lastly I added a blur around the flower to make it look more focused.I was very satisfied with the outcome of this photo and I hope I get to make more photos like this one.

Angel M- At the Zoo

 I took this photo at a zoo. It was taken with my Iphone camera. I didn't edit it because I liked how it looked. It could have been better if the cage wasn't in the photo.

Nate H - Broken Glass

 The name of this photo is broken glass, I took this photo in the 8th grade for a photography class. I took it with my sony camera. I edited this photo by saturation it, raising the clarity, and changing the color of the leaves. I think it could be better if it shown more detail and had more contrast. It was one of the first photos I took and that is why I enjoy it.

Anna G - Fire

 The title of the selected image is “Fire”. I took this photo in the studio during one of the last couple months of school last year. I took this photo on my Nikon D5100. I edited this picture by making the colors a bit more vibrant and slightly increasing the contrast. I think this photo could be better maybe if the braid wasn’t there to more sharply contrast the positive and negative space. The subject of this photo is my friend Caroline.

Rachel N - The Missing Time

  This is The Missing Time, I took it at Calera back in July. It was taken with my iPhone 15 Pro Max. I edited it by fixing the colors and the lighting. It could be better if I put more time into editing this. The reason the title is as it is, is because the clock is missing its needles.

Denver C- Coward

 The title of this image is Coward. I took it in mid May in Mr. Rigsby’s classroom. I edited the colors mainly because the lighting was already good. I used a warm light shining on only one side of mine. I also used my phone screen to reflect the word loser onto my eye. I took it with one of Mr. Rigsby’s Canon Cameras. I think it would be better if it was less grainy and the word wrapped better around my eye. The idea behind the picture was a boy who got teased and was unwilling to stand up to his bullies because he’s too much of a “Coward.”

River B- Air Boats

It was taken in Spanish fort, Alabama. It was taken on my phone camera. I edited it by cropping it a little bit. It could be better if the coloring was a bit different and vibrant. It was on a trip that was a 3 day trip. It was super fun.

Sarah J - First Light

 I titled this photo “Sunlight”. It was taken on the evening of July 26th in my front yard using my iPhone XR. I edited it in the photos app by turning down the brightness, turning up the color, and adding a vignette. I made these changes so the leaf and its details would be more visible, while still keeping the prominent aspect of the bright sun. This image could be better if I made it more light, as I feel it’s now darker than I would like it to be.

Alana M- Something Sweet

I named this image “Something Sweet”, a pancake house downtown Birmingham on June 5th, 2026. I took it with my Iphone. I edited this photo by increasing the color and vibrance up, and as well as the clarity and dehaze. That’s all the editing I really did because I couldn’t decide on what to actually edit. Could be better by adding more effects to it. 
 

Liam D- Nature

 This was taken in the rose garden at botanical guardian, It was taken with my cannon camera. I turned the contrast down and changed it to black and white It could be better if the quality was slightly more clearer. I also wish it was closer to the 

Kais C- Close

It was taken in Tennessee in the smokey mountains when these animals were crossing the road I got super close and got a good picture of it, I didn’t edit it other than the background. I thought it mostly already looked good. I don’t think it could have been better, your thoughts?
 

Aimee A I See You and You See Me

 I named this photo I see you and you see me, I took the photo at The Birmingham Zoo some time in April and I took it with my Canon camera. The way I edited the photo was by getting rid of the glare that the glass was giving, making the black fur a little darker, and making his face a little brighter. I think that now looking at it a little more it could have been better if I would have cropped the top a bit.

Caroline S- Boston Public Library

 The title of my image is Boston Public Library. It was taken in Boston over the summer when I went on a trip with my family. It was taken with my Nikon D3100 and I edited it by adjusting the tint to make it slightly more pink and less yellow, as well as dehazing it a bit. I edited some people out and turned the contrast down a little to make the photo not quite as dark as a whole. It could be better if the light in the window was not impacting the surrounding area and maybe if the photo were a little brighter.

Darnell C- Towering Turtles

I call this Towering Turtles. I took this on the Zoo field trip this year of 2026, Using my philip phone 6, And edited the colors a little bit. It could totally be better if I had used an actual camera and not a Phone camera not gonna lie, still haven’t found a new camera i’d like to get yet though. 

Finley B - Emerald

The title of my photo is "Emerald." I captured it using my Canon camera at the Birmingham Zoo during a field trip. I edited the image to make it darker, which helps the green eyes stand out more. I also could have cropped the photo closer to emphasize the face and eyes even further.

Kye W - Bubble Moment

 This photo, titled Bubble Moment, was taken outdoors in front of a brick school building during the daytime, likely on campus. I captured it using a Canon T7 Rebel camera, focusing on freezing the action of a large bubble being blown while the subject reacts with an expressive, open-mouthed pose. I edited the image by slightly increasing brightness, contrast, and color saturation to make the bubbles stand out more and give the photo a vibrant, lively feel. The composition uses motion and candid expression to create energy, but it could be improved by adjusting the framing to reduce background distractions and better center the main subject. Overall, the image captures a spontaneous and playful moment, emphasizing movement, color, and emotion.

Aleli S - After Night

 I took this photo at the state fair this weekend. When taking this photo, I wanted the toad to look like it was moving towards you. When editing this photo, I turned up the Vibrance and the Saturation to really make the colors stand out.          

Kais C- Diamond

 I call this Diamond because of the persons name is Diamond. It was taken April 24th for fashion students and I gave them as one the images, I edited the background and gave the clothes a sharper look. I think it’s good as it is.

Angel M- Untitled

 I took this photo at my house.It was taken with my Canon camera. I edited it by increasing the shadows and increasing the saturation. It could have been better if I got a shot thats zoomed in a little bit more.

Sophia H- In Bloom

 The title of this image is called “In Bloom”. I took this picture by the lake of a flower blooming at the start of spring. I took it with my iPhone 16’s front camera and edited it on the photo settings in the Apple Photos app by increasing the focus on the flower and the saturation, blurring the background, and brightening it up a little bit. If I could change anything about this image it would probably be the quality of it. 

Liam D- Y2K Echoes in Streetwear

“Y2K Echoes in Streetwear” captures a moody, urban scene likely shot in an indoor parking garage at night, where artificial lighting creates a cool, cinematic atmosphere. The image appears to have been taken with a modern smartphone or a digital camera capable of handling low light, given its clarity and balanced exposure. In editing, a cool-toned color grade was applied to emphasize the night setting, while a handwritten-style text overlay was added to communicate the concept of streetwear blending nostalgia with innovation. Y2K-inspired star graphics in bold colors were layered onto the image to reinforce the theme, alongside adjustments to contrast and brightness to keep the subject visible. The composition centers on a hooded figure whose partially obscured face adds a sense of mystery and aligns with contemporary streetwear aesthetics focused on identity and self-expression. While visually striking, the image could be improved by reducing the density of the text or increasing its contrast for readability, and by toning down or resizing the star graphics so they don’t compete with the subject. Slightly more lighting on the face or a stronger background blur could also help draw attention to the figure. Overall, the image effectively conveys a fusion of Y2K nostalgia and modern street culture, using both styling and digital elements to create a bold, editorial feel.

Anna G- Reverie

 The title of the selected image is “Reverie”. This photo was taken a couple weeks ago in the studio for the light painting project. I took this photo with one of Mr. Rigsby’s cameras (I don’t remember the exact camera but it was a canon I think). I edited this image by making the lighting softer and just adjusting the contrast and exposure and whatnot. I think this photo could be a little better if the subject had a clearer focus but overall I’m really happy with how this came out.

Irais B.C. - Lion

 I took this picture on February 26th during the school day. I took it with a borrowed camera, and I edited it by putting it through the hdr filters and making the scene mainly blue with a bit of highlights on what I think makes the picture look better. I think the photo turned out nicely though it was just for fun.

Victoria S- True Colors

 This image is titled, “True Colors.” It was taken in my backyard on April 23rd. I took this picture with my Nikon camera. I increased the brightness and saturation. I also added a cool tint to the photo to make the blues pop out more. In addition, I painted the rainbow light effect across my subject’s face. I blurred it, and added a screen blending mode to make it look more like a reflection of the light of the CD. I wish the fence wasn’t in the background. Other than that, I’m really happy with how this turned out. 

Maya H - metamorphose (that which is left behind)

I took this photo, entitled "metamorphose (that which is left behind)", a week or two ago for series 7 of my sustained investigation; I took it with my Canon Rebel SL1 camera. The photo depicts a snakeskin I found in my yard (a whole intact snakeskin! with the head and everything!). I did minimal editing on this one, adjusting only the texture and dehazing. I really like this photo and I am particularly proud of how it turned out; I especially like the way in which the light reflects on the scales around the center area of the photo. 

Surya P- Ben In The Wild

 I took this image at The Birmingham Zoo on the field trip with my Nikon D750. I edited it by cropping it in and editing the colors to be a bit more concentrated. I really like this image because it’s of Mr. Rigsby (the goat) and I really like the title because it’s a play on words. 

Caroline S- Lovebirds

 The title of my image is Lovebirds and it was taken in the lorikeet enclosure at the Birmingham Zoo. I took it on my Nikon D3100 on April 16th for the photography field trip. I edited it by removing a branch in front of the birds as well as brightening it up a bit. To finish, I cropped it to center the birds, but I think it could have been better if I had captured the bird’s tail and not cut it off.

Hayden C - Sven

 This is a photo of my friend’s dog Sven, who is an Australian shepherd. This was taken during a small shoot I did at her house where I photographed her, her dogs, and horses. I wish that he was framed a little better, but overall I enjoy this photo. 

Shelby S - Kitty Cat

This photo was taken at the Birmingham Zoo during my last field trip, capturing a leopard in its enclosure surrounded by natural elements. I used my phone camera to get a clear, detailed image, focusing on the leopard’s movement and distinct patterns. I edited the photo by increasing the brightness, contrast, and saturation to enhance the bright colors while keeping the image looking natural. To improve it, I could experiment with different angles or get closer to create a more dynamic composition and stronger focal point.

Rachel N - The Place

This is The Place, it was taken in the ceramics place during field-trip. I don’t know the exact date and place for this photo. It was taken with my Nikon Z5 camera. I edited it by fixing the lighting and the colouring to make it more nostalgic. It could’ve been better if I make the color sharper or crop it a little bit. 

Aleli S- Blue Line

 I took this photo at the Birmingham Blue Line Banquet on March 10th. I took it when he was singing the national anthem. The room was very dark when I took the photo, but I managed to lighten  it up a bit . It appears slightly blue, but I believe it looks much better compared to the original.

Hayden C - In the Eye

This is a photo taken of my friend’s horse, Mia. I wanted to get a close up of the horse’s face and bridle. While editing I brought up the texture and contrast to further highlight all the little details.

Kaleb G- Untitled

This is a picture I took of a mirror in the bathroom and edited the mirror to look different from real life.

Darnell C - Jackpot

 I call this Jackpot a DMC reference. I took this at my house using my lightbox, and took the photo using my phone. I edited it by adding highlights to make it look like the figure was lit up and was charging his arm cannon. I could make it better by giving it a different background.

Leo D- An Open Mask

 The image is called An Open Mask.  It was taken using the camera in Mr. Rigsby room it was taken in the theater room. I edited the composition as well as lighting it and changing the color. It could be better if I got all three. 

Surya P - Holding a Moment

I took this image in New York City over spring break on my Nikon D750. I edited it by cropping in the original to focus more on the hands because the original photo was taken on a fixed lens, so I couldn’t zoom in when taking the picture. Then I brightened the colors and made the image a little more contrasted, trying to bring out the blacks. I wish less of her arm was covering the phone, but overall I really like this image. 
 

Angel M- Cracker Barrel

 This image is titled; Cracker Barrel. I took this photo at the Cracker Barrel in Pelham. It's a panorama so I took multiple photos, then combined them to make this one. I really like the color palette of this photo and the warm lighting. I could be better if I got a wider and higher angle. 

Shelby S - Oppression

 This photo is called OppressionI. I created this image as a digital collage rather than taking it in a specific place or time. I made it on my computer using Adobe Photoshop, where I combined different images, text, and textures into the shape of a human face. I used layering, masking, and blending tools to fit the elements together and adjusted the colors and contrast so everything looked consistent and focused. The message of the image is about feminism, identity, and speaking out, which is shown through the phrases and protest imagery across the face. To improve it, I could make the transitions between elements smoother, reduce some of the clutter so the main ideas stand out more clearly, and sharpen certain areas to create a stronger focal point. Overall, this piece reflects my intention to express social issues and highlight the importance of women’s voices in society through a bold and detailed design

Caroline S- Interim

 The title of my image is Interim and it is a combination of photos, mostly from around the school. The background picture, taking most of the frame, was taken in the courtyard with the outline of the person taken in the studio. However, the yellow leaf was taken in Auburn. The photos taken at the school were on my Nikon D3100, but the one in Auburn was taken on my Nikon Coolpix. I edited it by compositing the photos together and it could be better if I had continued experimenting with different images.

Nicholas T- Red Room

 I title this image “Red Room.” It was taken near the bathroom behind the attendance desk on February 25th using an EOS Rebel T3. I changed the orange to red, greatly increased the contrast, and added a poster filter. The lights themselves should’ve had a softer glow around them.

Sophia H- Books of Old

  The title of my image is “Books of Old.” I took it at my boyfriend’s house in March 2026, taken with my new iPhone camera. I edited it by changing the hue to a more purple color and gave it a vignette. Overall, I’m pretty pleased with this photo.

Nabeyal K- Nabiverse

 The title of my image is called the Nabiverse. It was taken a few months ago at school with a camera I borrowed from Mr. Rigsby. I edited by adding 4 versions of me and 2 versions of my friend  and a few cats lol. I could have made it better if I made the cats look more natural. 

Calliope T - Distress

 This image is called “Distress” because I think this is the motion that it shows. It was taken in Mr. Rigsby’s studio with his canon camera on February 18th. I edited it by making the pink more vibrant and darkening up the blur of her face. I also darkened the background and used the smudge tool to swirl the background colors. I think it could be better if the background was a little darker because it detracts a little from the subject.