Storytelling Through the Camera Lens
One of Camp Fire Alaska’s goals this year was to increase the quality of our storytelling content through well-captured images. To accomplish this, we hired Nicole Richmond, a professional photographer with years of experience capturing single and group portraits. Throughout the summer and this school year, she put her keen eye for visual storytelling to great use across all of Camp Fire’s programs! We want to share some of our favorite images she captured.
Paint Night with Sara – A Storytelling Sequence
This sequence of photos perfectly summarizes Camp Fireweed’s field trip to Paint Night with Sara!
Camp Fireweed’s Field Trip to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
These images were captured at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, showcasing what it means for youth to connect with the outdoors!
Sports Week at Camp K
These photos display how seriously wacky and creative an average day at Camp K on Kenai Lake can be. This is a place where kids can just be kids and connect with their peers! How wonderful!
Summer Adventure Camp Visits Camp Fireweed
Water-based sports activities are a core component of the summer camp experience! Just look at the confidence, joy, and elation written all over their faces!
Holding the Attention of Youth
Holding the attention of a single youth is challenging. Even more difficult is holding the attention of an entire group of youth. Yet, in this photo, we see Camp Fire youth focused on learning about Campbell Creek during their visit to the Science Center, completely engrossed.
A Moment of Connection
For many people — not just youth — water is scary. In this photo, we can see a youth encouraging their friend to take the leap!
Bonding Over Homework
This image shares a genuine moment of youth connection as they work on their homework together. Just look at that smile!
Reaching for the Sky – Playground Edition
As a child, it’s a satisfying accomplishment to know you can reach the other end of the playground equipment. This photo captures that feeling. Such wonderful nostalgia!
Indoor Games in the Gym
We all remember playing team-based games, like in this photo. Although we aren’t sure what game is being played, we know for certain that huddle is creating thoughtful defense strategies!
A Well-Timed Swing Sequence
Swinging up next is this set of joyful shots. These excellently timed photos tell an amazing story of staff and youth bonding over the swing set!
An Inquisitive Eye Through the Playground Grate
Curiosity and play — a combination that goes hand in hand. This image is one of our favorites because it captures the inquisitive nature of youth!
Inclusive by Nature
This image shows a diverse group of girls connecting over lunch on the playground at Summer Adventure Camp. What a great moment of genuine connection that perfectly illustrates the heart of Camp Fire!
Monkey Bars
Perhaps one of the most universally cherished childhood experiences is on the monkey bars … there was something empowering about getting to the other side with your friends.
Camp Fireweed’s Moose Flats Field Trip
One of our favorites for its grand presentation, it shows how engaging a daytime waterfront excursion can be for youth!
Looking forward to Wintertime Storytelling
We plan to continue our photo storytelling at our upcoming Winter Break Camp, which still has registration openings!