What is photography for a generation that has been cataloging with their phones for years before holding an actual camera? What is art and photography for a generation that is surrounded by advertisement, interfaces, and design? What does writing, art, and aesthetics mean for a generation of self-publishing photographers? This student photography exhibition explores the art of the camera for students majoring in photography as well as students who may or may not be majoring in art. These photos capture stunning moments in a budding photographer’s career and sensitive perspectives from behind a stranger’s lens.

The subject of the 2014 student photography exhibit plays with nature and the figure. There is a general awareness to body and space that is unique for us as contemporary students. There are shots of skyscrapers and scaffolding, but also seascapes and eyes. It is hard to find sensitivity and aesthetic in a world that is constantly pushing for updates and sleekness. This photo exhibit demonstrates a deliberate attempt to slow down and reevaluate photography and life.

-Jessica TranVo, Curator

From the Series: 8 am, #10 Ross Dunham Silver Gelatin Print		From the Series: 8 am, #2 Ross Dunham Silver Gelatin Print		From the Series: 8 am, #6 Ross Dunham Silver Gelatin Print
Basking Out Michelle Jennette Silver Gelatin Print		Just Below the Surface Emma Stratton Digital Print		Untitled (Boston) Emily Gauvin Digital Print

“Just Below the Surface” is a digital photograph presented at the first juried photography show at Bridgewater State University. The photograph is printed in color, but appears to have a monochromatic blue presentation. The single value palette works with the image to make the viewer feel as if they are underwater with the model in the picture. The colors are not the only things that work within the photograph. The bubbles surrounding the relaxed, calm figure work as an extra sensory feeling of being under the water. Going underneath water at first can be a frightening experience. Once under the water, there is a feeling of tranquility and peace. The photo displays such feelings with the colors, the positioning of the figure, and the textures used. The photo is not just used to look at. “Just Below the Surface” is used to be interactive with the imagery itself. -Liz Young, Curator

From Series: Boston #5 Tasha Lea Williams Silver Gelatin Print		From Series: Boston #1 Tasha Lea Williams Silver Gelatin Print		Study: Cedar Tree Bark Ross Dunham Silver Gelatin Print
Horseneck Erica Gauvin Digital Print		Untitled (Isolation) Emily Gauvin Digital Print		From Series: Leaving No Trace Kacy Blias Digital Print
Untitled (Maine) Erica Gauvin Digital Print		Pandor's Box Kerri Spero) Digital Print		Providence Diane Silva Digital Print
Snow White Michelle Jennette Digital Print		Soul Searching Nicole Pelissier Digital Print		Chicago Spin Emma Stratton Digital Print
The Nature of Technology Emma Stratton Silver Gelatin Print		Untitled Brianna Haslip Digital Print		The Woman of Good and Evil Caitlin Marshall Digital Print