In this post I experiment with different ways of using my camera lens, or not using it at all.

We catch up with Mary Strickson, who joined the Youth Network as a Voice Reporter back in 2015, whilst completing a Master’s degree and a Silver Arts Award.

Today, she is living life to the full by developing her art form and volunteering left, right and centre with various organisations such as FORMAT Photography Festival, to name just a few. Over to you Mary!

I’ve tried numerous photography techniques, all of them yielding expected results. This is the first exception.

Who said you need a camera to take photographs?

The sweet spot between digital and analog.

THEME: DREAMS & ASPIRATIONS

Joshua takes us through his highly detailed Gold Arts Award portfolio wherein he produced the Alderbrook School's 'Spotlight' show all the while finding his feet with photography.

The current UK laws allow people to be photographed without their permission in public spaces. Is this fair?

Is photography a form of art? Can all photographs be considered peices of artwork? Is your opinion affected by your artistic skill set?

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Dan is a Councillor, volunteer with the Fire Service, and freelance photographer.

Youth Network Leader Dan has achieved Bronze, Silver and Gold Arts Awards- and created brilliant work in fundraising and creating an informative documentary (both linked to in the interview below). Find out what he's been up to and what advice he would give to young people doing an Arts Award.