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Guest Speaker: Rebecca Drobis
Presentation Title: Grown Up West: Children Growing Up on the Blackfeet Reservation
Bio:
Rebecca Drobis is a Washington DC based photographer who uses photography to envision change in our community. Rebecca’s images tell human stories, bringing to life the messages of campaigns, organizations and causes. Through her work, Rebecca has captured issues affecting individuals and communities in a range of subject areas including health, education, environment, youth and family. Her curiosity and ability to authentically connect with her subjects allow her to tell her clients’ stories in a compelling and engaging way.
Rebecca is available worldwide for editorial, advocacy and advertising assignments and looks forward to collaborating with you to tell your story. Selected clients includeThe Washington Post Magazine,The Discovery Channe
l, Ketchum Worldwide, Emily’s List, The National 4-H Council, Disney and Children’s National Medical Center.
In addition to client work, Rebecca also regularly travels to northern Montana, where she is shooting an ongoing photographic and video project—“Grown Up West”—about children growing up on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation.
Selected honors include: Best of American Society of Media Photographers; Graphis Photography Annual’s “Gold Prize”; FotoWeek DC’s “Silver Prize”; Communication Arts magazine’s “Fresh Online”; and Photo District News’ “30 Emerging Photographers to Watch.”