"Times Square" (2012) by Michaela Simon. Photograph | 9th Grade

ALPHA OMEGA ARTS
By Michaela Simon

“Times Square” (2012) by Michaela Simon, Photograph, 9th Grade

To me, this picture represents play because New York City is so diverse and Times Square is the epicenter of the city. It represents fun, diversity, uniqueness and there are many different faiths and religions in one small place. I think the bright lights and all the colors help bring about the feeling and essence of play, along with all the people enjoying themselves. This photo was taken October 20, 2012, while I was in New York with my religious school classmates, and it reminds me of all the fun and pure excitement that I enjoyed while we were there. This is in stark contrast to the photos of Times Square that have come out since hurricane Sandy. [Vote on FaceBook]

Indiana Interchurch Center: "2012 A&O Prize for Youth: Swinging My Feet" (Ends December 31, 2012), 1100 W. 42nd Street, IIC Gallery, Indianapolis, IN (317) 923-3617, alphaomegaarts.org