Photo Project

For my MDIA 225S course, I was assigned to photograph an event in the area. It was up to my decision on what I wanted to do. I ended up with two options, either an Arts Walk that showcases the local communities creative work, or an Artisans Fair, which also showcases local work. I picked these because I have previously worked for these type of events, showcasing pottery mainly. The Arts Walk was near my house, and a closer and more fun-themed event, so I decided to go with that. The Arts Walk was themed around Halloween, as during this time it was the beginning of October. Below, you can catch just a glimpse of some of the awesome, well-talented people I met and photographed on my walk through.

Lesley Blessing (center) sitting at her Arts Walk booth in downtown Morgantown on Friday, Oct 3, 2025, showcasing art, paintings, and ceramics that she handmade and are selling.

Band Soup Camel Music (all pictured) performing on the streets of downtown Morgantown on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, showcasing the catalog of music that they've all made together.

Robert Greer (center) strumming country and classical chords on his guitar on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, showing off his guitar skills to people walking around booths during the Arts Walk.

Alan Patterson (center) sitting at his booth during the Arts Walk on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, showcasing his spooky work from his local 3D printing business.

Ken Woods (left) and Abigail Hartle (right) dancing to music from their booth at the Arts Walk on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, promoting their dance studio that they both work at.

All in all, the Arts Walk was way more than just showing off work that people beautifully crafted. It was about getting the community together and having a great time. I was blown away from how much more community-driven Morgantown is besides being the home of West Virginia University. There's some pictures that I wish I had changed angles, or captured better, but nonetheless I am both happy with the results that came out of it and that I was able to be apart of this great event!