Ocean Space

My Scholarship entry - A 'place' I have visited

New Zealand | Wednesday, July 3, 2013 | flickr photos

I aim to turn my dreams into reality. The medium of photography is a language that has spoken to me and through me since a young age. It is my goal to let develop my ability as a photographer to the level where people are as inspired my work as I have been by the photographers I have followed over the years.

I feel I am only scratching the surface of what I can achieve and whether or not I am selected for this opportunity I will continue to commit myself to realising this goal I have set myself. As a surfer and environmental activist, I am critically aware of the importance that documentation of the natural environment plays in inspiring others to take an interest in the world around them and the need to preserve it for future generations. A keen eye can speak volumes in regards to cultural, social and environmental issues.

Visual story telling is an art that can have an effect on people for generations to come and can link the past, present and future in unforeseen ways.

As I only heard about this competition a couple of weeks ago I had very little time to take pictures of the calibre I wanted. I did the best I could with the time I had. Thats all anyone can really do.