Grand Canyon

Artist: Ellen Li
Writer: Michelle Lo
Editor: Nathan Turnbeaugh

Ellen Li, a sophomore at Carlmont High School, began her photography journey as a young child, when her dad would photograph her with the scenery around them. Li’s passion and love for photography passed onto her allowed her to become the photographer and artist she is today. Her photography allows her to capture memories that she can look back on and savor throughout her life. This particular photo, she took while on her vacation to the Grand Canyon. It captures the vivid orange and umber hues found on this famous landmark—accentuating this canyon’s natural beauty which showcases nature’s colorful allure. Using her iPhone, she photographed this vast force of nature while giving the viewer a sense of insignificance when compared to this giant monument. It took her thirty minutes to edit and bring out this photo’s true brightness, vibrance, and brilliance.