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Each summer, young explorers from Northwest Passage set out for adventures that few have experienced. They bravely submerge themselves in rivers and lakes to learn about and document underwater ecosystems. The stunning photographs that result from these expeditions have been featured in books, films, and witnessed by over one million people at exhibits around the United States. These photographs represent the kids' exploration and discovery of the underwater world, and of themselves.
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"Watching from Afar" by Anonymous, 15  |  Under the Surface 2016
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"Watching from Afar" by Anonymous, 15 | Under the Surface 2016

Just like a spectator
I watch from afar
I see things unfold
And there is nothing I can do
People around me
Here and there
Meeting long lost friends
Laughing and enjoying themselves
While I stand here stuck
I cannot move
The world is still spinning
People are bustling around
But my time stands still
I am in shock
In a daze
Going crazy
While life happens around me
I stand still
Watching
Just like a spectator
I watch things from afar

About the artist: "I came to Northwest Passage because I was having lots of trouble handling negative emotions. Photography has helped me in a couple of ways. I never realized that I was actually talented. I always just figured that photography was just a joke. I also thoroughly enjoy being able to write reflections for my photos. Photography is most definitely something I will continue to pursue once I graduate."

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