Image Expression

Photo #1:

   The photo above was taken outside the Trump Tower on 5th Avenue in New York City. For me there is something about New York that makes it unique from any other city I have visited. After spending a full week there I was never able to discover what that rare aspect was, nor figure out why this city made me want to revisit upon my departure. However, I do have a few theories you could say, of why I felt this way, and to start it all off, New York literally has something for everyone. With 5 boroughs of vast territory to explore, you are never limited to the amount of tourist sites, boutiques, or historic settings. Also, New York is filled with multiculturalism and diverse style, you always feel accepted and you have a massive platform to express yourself anyway you wish.
   With reference to this photo particularly, I strongly believe that it sums up why I personally enjoyed New York so much. You can notice the older art deco style buildings that possess an overwhelming amount of character and history, while also noticing the high end shops that represent the modern world of New York with its trend setting fashion and art scene. The strong juxtaposition of old and new is truly why people keep returning to this city, as being able to grab a Starbucks coffee on your way up the over 80 year old Empire State Building is something rarely found. Based upon my experiences there I can honestly say that I plan on returning to this city very soon!

Photo #2:

   This photo is of my high school's theatre group and I, and it was taken at the Sears Atlantic Theatre Festival in PEI. This was taken after the last performance of my high school theatre career, and with this group I have attended numerous festivals across atlantic Canada. Of all the things I was involved with during high school, I know that theatre is one of the aspects of high school I will miss the most. Theatre is an excellent form of expression and it has presented me with more opportunities than imaginable. Through all of the festivals I have attended, I have met life long friends, gained essential communication skills, and made lasting memories.
   The common joke was that our drama group, and our exceptional director were like a strange dysfunctional family. Looking back on it we almost were a second family, we spent 8 hour rehearsals, week long festivals, and produced dozens of dinner theatres together. In our latest atlantic festival in PEI we were named the best ensemble production, for the entire festival. I have never felt such a strong sense of pride as I did at that moment, after all your hard work it feels like euphoria to receive applause and recognition for what you have accomplished. If you ever were to visit Baie Verte everyone knows the Copper Ridge Academy theatre group, and they always look forward to our seasonal productions. Being from a school of 360 students, and a community of 1300 people, most would never expect anything good (especially in the fine arts category) to be produced. I am happy to say that we proved those people wrong and that's why I chose this photo, it represents one of my most rewarding experiences that taught me more about myself than anything else ever could.