Ethan B's photojournalism blog

 Week 9 Blog Post - November 20th - November 26th ----- Photographer's Choice - Redmond Starlight Parade   ----- Ruth Grayson watches on as a parade float passes by on Saturday night during the starlight parade in downtown Redmond. Grayson, who has been a resident of Redmond for over 30 years, has attended the last 13 starlight parades. Members on board the Cruise 'N Market & Deli parade truck wave at spectators on Saturday night during the starlight parade in downtown Redmond. The Cruise 'N Market & Deli is locally owned and operated and is one of the many local businesses that help put on the parade. Decorated trucks make their way down the parade route on Saturday  night during the starlight parade in downtown Redmond. The annual parade is organized by the Redmond Chamber of Commerce and features floats, marching bands, and other holiday-themed entries. 

 Week 8 Blog Post - November 13th - November 17th ----- Photographer of the Week ----- Bob Martin Background      Born in 1959 and raised in the United Kingdom, Bob Martin got his passion for photography when he was young. When Martin first started taking pictures, he had little interest in sports photography and was mainly interested in having images so he could use the darkroom at his school. Over time, Martin realized the potential for action shots in sports photography and decided to shoot sports events at his school. After Martin had gone through school, he worked at multiple publications before venturing out as a freelance photographer. During the 1980's, Martin began to focus more on sports photography, a decision that would ultimately lead to a renowned career in photojournalism.  Style and Strengths       Bob Martin is best known for his captivating action shots and intimate portraits of some of the world's most famous athletes. Martin has established himself as one of

 Week 7 Blog Post - November 6th - November 13th ----- My Neighborhood ----- Benton County Courthouse in downtown Corvallis on Sunday afternoon. The courthouse, built in 1889, is the oldest in Oregon still being used for its original purpose.  Officer Chase Tedrow views the laptop in his patrol car outside of the Corvallis police station on Sunday afternoon. Officer Tedrow graduated from the Oregon Public Safety Academy in the winter of 2021.  Arts and Crafts exhibited at the TEAL co-operative art gallery in downtown Corvallis on Monday afternoon. The seasonal gallery is open to the public from October 31st through December 29th and features works from local artists.  Artist Linda Avery poses with some of her leather works at TEAL co-operative art gallery on Monday afternoon. Linda is one of the 23 artists that help contribute and operate the seasonal art gallery.  Happy Raku Fish created by Nina Duong hang near the window of TEAL co-operative art gallery on Monday afternoon. Nina move

 Week 6 Blog Post - October 30th - November 3rd  ----- On Campus ----- Weatherford Hall in Corvallis, Oregon captured on late Sunday afternoon.  Starship delivery robots line the street of Oregon State University's campus in Corvallis on Sunday.   Emily Simmons stands outside of Marketplace West in Corvallis on Sunday evening. Kyle Burns (left) and Christian Rude (right) kick around a soccer ball on Sunday afternoon at Student Legacy Park in Corvallis.

  Week 5 Blog Post - October 23rd - October 27th  ----- Taylor Moon - Skateboarder -----      Taylor Moon is a recreational skateboarder and resident of Corvallis, Oregon. Born and raised in central Oregon, Taylor moved to Corvallis after graduating high school in 2021. Currently, Taylor lives with four roommates, including his wife, Olivia, and their dog, Milo. Taylor first picked up skateboarding during his sophomore year of high school in 2019. Originally an avid bike rider, Taylor started skateboarding to hang out with his friends at the skatepark. Another reason for switching his bike for his board was due to previous bike crashes. Taylor is also a student at Linn Benton Community College, where he is currently pursuing a degree in criminal justice in hopes of one day becoming a police officer. When Taylor isn't busy with schoolwork or skateboarding, he enjoys camping and playing video games with his friends. 

 Week 4 Blog Post - October 16th - October 20th  ------ On the Job ------ Katelyn Birmingham works the register at Starbucks on Saturday afternoon. Katelyn has worked at her Starbucks location for over a year and is a Music major at LBCC. Sam Nichlous takes photos at an OSU soccer game on Sunday afternoon at Paul Lorenz field. Sam is a Digital Communication Arts major at Oregon State University and has been at every home game for the men's soccer team this year.