Cassidy Otto

Grade: Sophomore.

Age: 15.

Fine arts focus: Photography.

Adviser nomination: “Cassidy is a very talented young photographer. She has submitted several top notch photos for her projects. What I enjoy most about Cassidy is that she likes to take photos, not because she has to, but because she wants to! Cassidy asks for feedback and is always trying to improve,” adviser Andrew Dwyer said.

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Memorable fine arts achievement: Going from snapping pictures on my phone quickly to taking time to capture the moment with a camera.

Artist most admired: My dad.

What got you interested in photography? Also my dad because I always thought his pictures were really cool for my sports teams and wanted to know the technique behind it!

What are your favorite subjects to photograph? Sports or landscape.

Do you have any projects you’re especially proud of? The depth of field/exposure project.

What’s the hardest part about taking the perfect photo? Having the patience when it’s not working how you had envisioned it.

Dream job: Either interior designer or photographer.

Extracurricular activities: Gymnastics and lacrosse.

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Favorite subject: Photography.

Favorite movie: “Furious 7.”

Favorite TV show: “Heartland.”

Favorite book: “Out of my Mind” by Sharon M. Draper.

Favorite song: “Stick Season” by Noah Kahan.

Favorite band/singer: Noah Kahan.

Favorite food: Grandma Sue’s homemade taco pie or my mom’s hotdish.

Hobbies: Hiking, photography and cooking.

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Parents: Ted and Julie Otto.

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