Year in photos, video
ECU’s photographers and videographers get the first look and behind-the-scenes peek at many campus happenings. Below, they select their favorite shots and videos from 2018.
PHOTOS
There was no doubt that this scene on the second floor of Ross Hall would make a striking photo when graphic designer Sarah Jones and I saw it while working on a project at the School of Dental Medicine in October. Determining the proper exposure in order to capture the silhouettes, reflections and background provided to be a challenge, but I was very happy with the final result. This image won fifth place in the University Photographers’ Association of American’s monthly image contest in the Campus Environment category.
-Rhett Butler
A mower on the mall was kicking up dust that filtered into the beams of sunlight near Flanagan.
-Cliff Hollis
As a photographer, covering a vigil for victims of violence can be a tough task. It’s very important to remain respectful during the event, while at the same time capturing a photo that portrays the emotion of the situation. In this case, I decided to stand back and photograph this vigil at the Cupola for the victims of The Tree of Life synagogue shooting from a distance. I think this image documents the size and location of the event while using the sunlight shining through the trees to convey a sense of hope and healing.
-Rhett Butler
The concern and concentration on the student helping the resident of Cypress Glen makes this photo a favorite.
-Cliff Hollis
All the planning for capturing this photo went out of the window as many graduates began filtering out of the stadium when the fireworks began at the end of the Spring 2018 Commencement Ceremony. This made the already difficult task of getting graduates and fireworks together in one frame ever harder than we anticipated. But thanks to a little luck and a some graduates who decided to stick around for the show, I was able to get a photo that documented the event and also worked perfectly for the ECU homepage.
-Rhett Butler
The family all hold up the grad’s face making this photo wonderfully surreal.
-Cliff Hollis
VIDEOS
I thoroughly enjoyed spending a day with these young people. The way they support each other and take on difficulties with a smile is profound. The connection between camper and camp counselor is strong and that is what this video is about.
-Reed Wolfley
After years of studies, clinics and rounds at ECU’s Brody School of Medicine, 75 medical students learned during the school’s annual Match Day ceremony on Friday where they will be completing their residency trainings. It was an emotional day. See for yourself.
-Video by Rich Klindworth