Lizbeth has applied to attend FIT High School Summer Live this summer and is raising funds for her program fees. Can you help?
Lizbeth
Lizbeth
Interest:
Design
Grade:
10th
School:
Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology
Location:
New York City, NY
Successfully funded on April 10th, 2017!
Fully funded!
$675 raised
$0 to go
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Lizbeth
Lizbeth's Story

My passion is photography.

Photography is a form of art that can show people, places and things in different perspectives. This is important because it lets you know that not everyone sees things the way you do. I discovered my passion for photography when I saw how people would stop and take their time to record or save an event or moment. What I took away from those experiences was how every single detail of a person's life matters. Being able to go back to moments in the past is valuable not only for human history but also to observe how much you have changed as a person. My most direct discovery of photography was when I attended an information session on what it meant to take pictures. Before the session I used to think taking pictures was a hobby but after I learned that I could make a career out of it.

Philip
A Note from Mr. Traversa, Lizbeth's Counselor

Lizbeth is a good candidate for the FIT High School Summer Live program because she is a strong student with a desire to learn more about photography. Lizbeth consistently performs at the top of the class and does well to learn more material. She also works very well in groups and I think will bring a unique perspective to the other students in the summer program.
Not only will Lizbeth's participation in the program help her learn more about photography but I think it will also help her decide whether photography should be a career she pursues. Since she is such a bright student it will be helpful for her to know if photography is right for her. Additionally, I think being in a college like setting will help Lizbeth continue to strengthen her study and time management skills.

Campaign Activity
Lizbeth
Lizbeth posted an update
July 27
After F.I.T

I have now attended the Summer Live program at F.I.T, it was a great experience. At F.I.T I got to experience the vibe of a college and also got to meet new people from all around. One of my F.I.T friends came all the way from Italy and the rest live outside New York City. Getting to meet people with a common interest was very helpful when it came to showing each other our work. F.I.T has also helped me become a bit more comfortable while doing presentation and be outspoken about my process while creating my work. Most of all I was able to learn new things and techniques to better my photographs, along with the history of photography. Overall some of my donors asked if they see my work, therefore I will attach three of photos that I've created.(None of my pictures were photoshopped)

Studio image: Using a camera filter
Studio image: Using a camera filter
Chelsea Piers
Chelsea Piers
Studio image: Using gels (lighting)
Studio image: Using gels (lighting)
Lizbeth
Lizbeth posted an update
May 2
Thank you!

I would just like to thank all the people that have help me along the way to make it possible for me to attend this summer program. I would especially give a huge thanks to Mr. Traversa who was the one to select me and talk to me about Wishbone. Also, a huge thanks to Wishbone who has been sending emails and text messages about how I can attend the Summer Live program at F.I.T. Lastly, I would like to thank the people who played the most important part, the donors who were generous to donate money for me to attend this summer program. Without the donations I wouldn't be able to go to the Summer Live program. Thank you!

Success! Mr. Traversa helped Lizbeth raise $675
April 10
Zinaria Liu donated $100
April 10
Zinaria & Yan Liu donated $100
April 4

Hi Lizbeth,
We are happy to give because people gave and helped us at one time so that we could persue our dreams. Remember to give back when you are able.

Abraham Oonnoonny donated $51
March 27
Susan Liu donated $100
March 26

Totally agree on how experiences are important in a person's life. I'm happy you are passionate about photography , hope to see your artwork !

Stephen Clow donated $50
March 26
Philip Traversa donated $75
March 26

I am excited for you to have this opportunity! It is so important to get a chance to explore your passions.

Flash Funding donated $100
March 24
Student Contribution donated $99
March 23
Philip
Mr. Traversa started this campaign
March 23
Lizbeth
Lizbeth was accepted into Wishbone!
February 1