Scholar pictures exhibit debuts at TPA honoring native teen’s artistic legacy

A non-public reception will happen on the airport on May 6 to unveil the profitable entries earlier than the exhibit opens to the general public. 

Jacob Kamis found his love for pictures whereas in center college at Hillel Academy and went on to change into the official photographer for the Aston Martin Owners Club of Florida. Jacob’s many pursuits included dancing, volleyball, baking, touring, and flying planes, as he was coaching for his personal pilot’s license. His household and former academics created the competition to honor his reminiscence and encourage different younger artists to precise themselves by means of pictures. 

“Artistic activities like photography play a vital role in fostering mental health and self-esteem,” mentioned Jacob’s dad and mom, Katherine Alano and Jeffrey Kamis. “We’re grateful to our partners for providing this platform where students can share their stories through photography in Jacob’s memory.” 

The contest’s judging panel included FOX 13 characteristic reporter Charley Belcher, FMoPA Executive Curator Robin O’Dell, and Florida-based artist and educator Debra Campbell. Sponsors for this yr’s occasion embrace the DeBartolo Family Foundation, Florida Blue, Proper House Group and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.