Through Their Lens: Teen Photo Contest Winners Announced

Exton, PA – The Chester County Library System proudly announced the winners of its second annual Teen Photo Contest, Color Our World, during a celebratory reception held on Sunday, August 10th at Chester County Library in Exton.

This open-house-style event welcomed guests of all ages to support teen photographers and explore a vibrant gallery of original artwork submitted by local students. The contest was open to Chester County residents and students in grades 6–12 who attend schools in Chester County. Participants were invited to submit photographs in one or both of the following categories: Traditional Photo (minimal editing) and Anything Goes (digital manipulation and artistic enhancement are encouraged).

April Nickel, Youth Services District Coordinator, shared, “This year we had 52 total entries from 18 different townships and boroughs throughout the county.” The first, second, and third place winners in each category were announced at 1:30 PM and are now on display in the Chester County Library vestibule through August 30. You also have a chance to view the complete slideshow of entries on the Chester County Library YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heQuPTSvEnY.

Contest Winners are:

Category 1: Traditional Photo

• 1st Place: Sunset in Parallel — Chase V., Grade 11, Oxford, PA
• 2nd Place: After the Storm — Lacy T., Grade 12, West Chester, PA
• 3rd Place: Norwegian Fishing Village — Sophia S., Grade 9, Malvern, PA

Category 2: Anything Goes

• 1st Place: Stained Electrical Glass — Zachary D., Grade 10, Chesterbrook, PA
• 2nd Place: Sky on Fire — Autumn G., Grade 10, Kennett Square, PA
• 3rd Place: Waiting for Water — Rachel M., Grade 7, West Chester, PA

Color Our World supports PA Forward’s Basic Literacy and Civic and Social Literacy initiatives, encouraging teens to express themselves through visual storytelling while engaging with their communities.

The Chester County Library System extends its congratulations to all participants and winners, and thanks the community for its enthusiastic support of teen creativity and literacy.

The mission of the Chester County Library System is to ensure that every resident has access to exceptional opportunities to read, learn, create, connect, and contribute to a better quality of life. For operating hours or more information regarding our 18 library locations, please visit our website at www.ccls.org.