Gwinnett Technical College’s photography student Starr Petronella placed second at the National SkillsUSA Championships in June earning a national medal in photography.
The 2011 National SkillsUSA Championships showcase the skills of post-secondary students through hands-on competitions in leadership, health occupations, trades/industry and technical contests.
Starr Petronella, a second year commercial photography student from Atlanta, won the silver medal in photography. The judges also chose her image as ‘The Best Picture’ in the Print Competition. In addition to placing second, Starr won the following prizes:
$5,000 scholarship to Art Institute
Nikon D3100
Adobe Software
Starr says ‘it was a memorable experience. The competition is a great way to challenge your skills and knowledge.’ She encourages other students to participate next year ‘because even when you don’t think you have a chance to win, the outcome may be surprising. Don’t give up.’
Starr’s ultimate goal is to have her own studio. Her photography interests are in fashion and would one day like to work with a publication.
PPA Judges and Students, GTC
The 2011 PPA International Print Competition was held June 11th through June 17th. Approximately Thirty of Gwinnett Tech’s Photography students showed up bright and early to volunteer their time. The students worked hard setting up judging rooms and assisting with the sorting of images.
This is the third year PPA has chosen Gwinnett Tech’s Photo Department to host the International Print Competition. It has been an invaluable experience and amazing opportunity for our students to participate in such a great event. For more information on PPA visit their website at www.ppa.com.
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Congratulations to Starr Petronella for placing first at Skills USA, North Georgia Tech on Wednesday, March 16. Starr now goes on to compete in the National Skills USA competition in Kansas City. Congratulations, Starr, on a job well done.
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Congratulations to Allison Evans for placing first at North Georgia Tech on Thursday, April 15. Allison now goes on to compete in the National Skills competition in Kansas City. Second Place winner was Damian AhChing. Congratulations to both of our students on a job well done.
Congratulations to Brian Hall winner of Best Portfolio 2009. Second place winner is Rosira Palmer, Third place winner is Janet Mendoza and Fourth Place goes to Peggy Attaway. Congratulations!
Zack Arias judging senior portfolio, September 26.
Gwinnett Tech Alumni, Zack Arias, will be teaching, The Many Uses of White Seamless, at PDN’s Photo Plus Expo this October in NYC. The workshop is based off a series of tutorials he has written on his blog: www. zarias.com
Congratulations to Jessica Cargle for her picture Redneck Ocean that was selected as picture of the month by GTC photo staff. Nice job Jessica!
Gwinnett Technical College’s photography student Damian AhChing made his mark at the National SkillsUSA Championships in June earning a national medal in photography.
The 2009 National SkillsUSA Championships showcase the skills of post-secondary students through hands-on competitions in leadership, health occupations, trades/industry and technical contests.
Damian AhChing, a first year commercial photography student from Grayson, won the bronze medal in photography. In addition to placing third, Damian won the following prizes:
$10,000 scholarship to CDIA Boston University
Nikon D5000
$75 to MAC on Campus
Adobe Software
A MAC White balancing card
A Skooba – Gravity Camera Bag Strap
Damian “recommends the SkillsUSA competition to all Post-secondary students. Being able to represent the state of Georgia in a National competition and bring home the bronze is one of the most amazing feelings ever. I will never forget it. ”
Once Damian graduates from the photography program at Gwinnett Tech, his goal is to utilize his scholarship at The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University. His ultimate goal is to have his own photography business, where he will be able to do fashion, portraits and travel internationally.
