"The Sparkling Lake" by David, 17 | Isle Royale National Park

This picture reminds me of my grandmother. The sparkles remind me of her eyes when she's happy. The blue in the picture reminds me of her because it is her favorite color, and the brightness reminds me of her because whenever you're down or hurt she always has something to say to brighten up your day.

About David: "My name is David, and I'm from Hayward, WI. I like water-skiing, fishing, canoeing, and pretty much anything in the outdoors. I hope to go to tech school and open my own auto body shop. In the past, I used to do well. I was in boy scouts and I never used narcotics until about two years ago when my dad died from cancer. Photography has helped me a lot. It helps me forget everything that's bothering me, and feel like life is okay."