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Contact: Chelsea Sullivan, 202-619-7177
WASHINGTON—Join the National Park Service (NPS) at the 2022 Experiencing National Parks Through the Lens of Youth photo exhibit on display at the White House Visitor Center August 27 through September 10. President’s Park invites the public to see DC-area national parks through the eyes of students who learned about photography and photo editing at national parks across the region, from the National Mall to Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. The exhibit will be unveiled on August 27 at 11 a.m.
“Over the past few weeks of being in the program, I was not only able to become more passionate about photography but have also been able to contribute to the NPS’ purpose to preserve history” Sofia Flores, a student photographer said.
This summer, President’s Park hosted 19 high school students who were selected for a Summer Youth Photography Program. This competitive program was designed to help students in high school explore the theories and practices of photography while increasing their awareness of the cultural and natural resources protected by the NPS. As student volunteers, they help to tell the stories of national parks through their “lens.”
“In my photos, I want to express and bring out the beauty of everything,” Audrey Saenz, a student photographer said. “Alongside this, I learned a lot more about national parks, and this program has made me appreciate and enjoy the natural life and landscape of the world around me.”
Each student will exhibit two photos which have been entered into a photo contest, judged by a panel of NPS employees. The winner will be announced at the unveiling on August 27.
In the D.C. area, the students visited the Chesapeake and Ohio National Historical Park, Clara Barton National Historic Site, Glen Echo Park, Great Falls Park, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens, Mary McLeod Bethune House National Historic Site, National Mall and Memorial Parks, President’s Park, Rock Creek Park and Theodore Roosevelt Island.
Local photography teacher, Nilda Keres, from Gaithersburg High School, Md., taught the students basic photography and editing skills. Professional photographers also shared insight on the business aspect of photography and how to capture a picture to tell a story.
“I realized the sheer potential of photography beyond simply reserving a memory,” Sam Mao, a student photographer said. “Now when I shoot photos, I look to present a story, to share a moment full of emotions and plot. While at the President’s Park Photography Program, I practiced new angles and perspectives, and sharpened my skills with a camera.”
The White House Visitor Center, located at 1450 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Can’t make it in person? You can also view the exhibit online after the unveiling.
Last updated: August 12, 2022