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Library to show students’ photos
“The high caliber of the work created by Boca High’s photography students will astound you with its depth and creativity.”
BOCA RATON — Beginning next week, visitors to the Art in Public Places area of the Downtown Library will be able to view more than 50 photographs taken by high school photography students.
The new photographic exhibit, “New Perspectives: Student Photography from Boca Raton Community High School,” will run from May 12 to June 30 at the public library, 400 NW Second Ave.
“The high caliber of the work created by Boca High’s photography students will astound you with its depth and creativity,” said Oyuki Poletz, program services librarian. Visitors “will see a representational mix of nature, scenic and still photography.”
Boca Raton Community High School has over 500 students taking photography for college credit.
Students learn the elements and principles of art; how to properly use cameras and photographic techniques; and how to process their images using computer software. The program is a three-year course of study taught by five instructors, which also includes an industry certification.
The students compete in — and frequently
Oyuki Poletz,
win — numerous photo contests, the library said. They also serve the school’s yearbook, newspaper and athletic programs.
“This exhibit is the culmination of this year’s lessons, which include intently looking at the world around them and learning to use the digital medium as a way of expressing themselves,” Poletz said.
This is the third year the library has showcased the work of local photography students. It is the library’s largest annual exhibit.