MEET OUR MENTEES
Meet our incredible mentees at Perspectives Photo School! Each of these talented young photographers brings a unique perspective and passion for storytelling through images. As part of our mentorship program, they are refining their technical skills, exploring their artistic vision, and building a strong foundation for their photographic journey. Through group field trips, studio classes, and one-on-one mentoring, they’re pushing their artistry to new heights. We’re thrilled to support and showcase their growth—get to know them below!
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Simon Scurlock - Fall 2024
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Simon Scurlock is a 16-year-old photographer and athlete with over two years of experience behind the camera. A dedicated baseball player and student at Berkeley High School, he's currently working on a photography website and producing a documentary about his school’s baseball team. In his spare time, Simon focuses on shooting sports, landscapes, and urban scenes. Through the Perspectives Mentorship Program, he’s gained a stronger grasp of his camera’s technical capabilities and refined his editing process to create more polished, professional-looking work.
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Eva Breslin - Fall/Spring 2024/25
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Eva is an Oakland born high school student. she enjoys art forms of all kinds but her favorites are poetry, photography, and music. Her pictures aim to bring out beautiful subjects which may go unnoticed and tell a story. She enjoys portrait photography, and is largely inspired by Justine Kurland.
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Sylvie Tansman - Fall 2024/Fall 2025
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Sylvie Tansman was born and raised in Berkeley, California, and has been practicing photography for five years. Sylvie tries to capture the moment by observing her surroundings. She wants to make sure that the viewer feels the emotion of the photograph
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Asa Charney-Weintraub - Fall/Spring 2024/25
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Asa, a 15-year-old photographer from Berkeley, California, is constantly exploring new experiences, whether through games, sports, food, or adventures. Through his photography, he endeavors to weave narratives into each photo or series, capturing the essence and beauty of diverse subjects—from sports action and family gatherings to travel scenes and landscapes. With a keen curiosity and deep passion, Asa aims to reveal the everyday world's beauty from fresh and distinctive viewpoints.
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Ezra Shaykin - Fall/Spring 2024/25
Students Bio Here
Interested in becoming a mentee or have a photographer you’d like to suggest for our program?