Vicksburg High School Photography

Vicksburg High School Photography Located in Vicksburg, MI we offer the student photographer a unique experience with both film and digital media.

VHS has offered students the opportunity to experience the world of photography through both classes Photo I and Photo II. Both classes focus on learning the fundamentals of photography in relation to the exposure, developing techniques, depth of field, aperture effect, shutter effect, etc. Photography I projects include the Photogram (contact print), Warhol Self Portrait and Select Focus (creative use of short depth of field aperture settings). Photography II offers more alternative processes instead of traditional. Photo restoration, double exposure, and masking layers are a few of these projects.

South County News, My Hometown Photo Contest 5th place-Elizabeth Sparks 9th grade. Vicksburg High School. Artist Stateme...
02/13/2026

South County News, My Hometown Photo Contest 5th place-Elizabeth Sparks 9th grade. Vicksburg High School.

Artist Statement: The location I picked for My Hometown is the theater. I live in Portage and have for my entire life, but ever since I was little my mother has run the theater program here. I would go with my mom to almost all the rehearsals, and shows, and I was in Vicksburg almost all the time. I would be running around the school, standing backstage or doing my own dances in the choir and band room. I grew up eating Yogis in the Performing Arts Center sitting in awe of all the older kids on stage. Now that I now go to Vicksburg it is truly my hometown and I wouldn’t want it any other way.

South County News, My Hometown Photo Contest 3rd place-Lainey Wilson 12th grade. Vicksburg High School. Artist Statement...
02/13/2026

South County News, My Hometown Photo Contest 3rd place-Lainey Wilson 12th grade. Vicksburg High School.

Artist Statement: When we were told we had to take a picture of something that reminds us of wintertime, I knew exactly what I wanted to take a picture of. On Long Lake in Scotts, Michigan, specifically the view from my aunt’s house, there were so many memories made. Every winter, my cousins and I all meet up at least once and ice skate on the frozen lake. The fun part is that nobody really even knows how to skate. We would be out there for hours, laughing and falling continuously, but no amount of bruises would ever take away from the fact that it was the best part of winter.

South County News, My Hometown Photo Contest 2nd place-Elise Howard 11th grade. Vicksburg High School. Artist Statement:...
02/13/2026

South County News, My Hometown Photo Contest 2nd place-Elise Howard 11th grade. Vicksburg High School.

Artist Statement: I took this picture of a barn I pass every day on my way to school. I don’t usually stop and think about it, but in the fall, it always stands out to me. The colors around it change, the air feels different, and somehow the barn feels quieter and more noticeable. It’s been there through so many mornings, early car rides, tired days, good days and it’s become part of my routine. Taking this photo made me slow down and really look at something I usually just drive past. The worn wood and empty fields remind me that even ordinary places can hold meaning if you pay attention. This barn feels familiar and comforting, especially during a season that’s always changing.

South County News, My Hometown Photo Contest 4th place-Grace DeRyke, 9th grade. Vicksburg High School. Artist Statement:...
02/13/2026

South County News, My Hometown Photo Contest 4th place-Grace DeRyke, 9th grade. Vicksburg High School.

Artist Statement: My dad and I were driving home from school one autumn afternoon when we passed by the Prudential Nursery Co. in Vicksburg. Behind the property, he noticed the most beautiful, bright orange trees growing near the fields. For the longest time, I have always been fascinated by the delicacy and uniqueness of nature, but especially during the fall here in Vicksburg. As soon as I start to see the leaves change colors and feel the breeze begin to chill, I can’t help but admire how intricate and detailed this village really is. So, when I saw these trees behind the nursery, I knew they were the perfect spot to shoot at. I am so grateful the owner of this nursery allowed my dad and me to get the chance to experience such a dazzling view, and I absolutely loved being able to be so close to such a rare wonder of nature.

So incredibly proud of our Vicksburg High School photography students! 📸✨ Kathy Forsythe, editor from the South County N...
02/12/2026

So incredibly proud of our Vicksburg High School photography students! 📸✨ Kathy Forsythe, editor from the South County News visited VHS and presented our photographers with their awards! We are so grateful for the exposure and the opportunity this presents for our students.

For the past few months, my classes have been working on the theme “My Hometown,” capturing the people, places, and memories that make our community special. We’ve officially announced the winners of the 4th Annual South County News February Cover Contest!

A huge congratulations to our top five:
🥇 Bryce Sherwood (1st Place & Cover Winner!)
🥈 Elise Howard (2nd)
🥉 Lainey Wilson (3rd)
🏅 Grace DeRyke (4th)
🏅 Elizabeth Sparks (5th)

It’s an honor to see their hard work and artistic vision featured on the front page. Pick up a copy of the February issue to see their incredible shots and read the stories behind them! 📰 I will release the top 5 photographs along with their artist statements all individually.

A massive congratulations to Vicksburg High School’s own Bryce Sherwood for taking 1st Place in the 4th Annual South Cou...
02/12/2026

A massive congratulations to Vicksburg High School’s own Bryce Sherwood for taking 1st Place in the 4th Annual South County News Photo Contest! 📸🚜

Bryce’s winning image—a stunning, "golden hour" shot of his family’s vintage Ford truck—is officially the cover of the February issue! His photo perfectly captured our "My Hometown" theme by honoring Vicksburg’s deep farming roots and the hard work of the generations before us. Bryce, your eye for detail and lighting is top-tier! 🌅✨

Artist Statement from Bryce- 1st Place, Bryce Sherwood: This photo is of the rusted front of a classic Ford dump truck, captured in the “golden hour” of sunset. I chose this truck because it deeply represents Vicksburg’s farming heritage and the hard work of my family. These trucks were the essential workhorses that built our community by hauling grain and materials every season. They were also the lifeline of our farm, hauling every single harvest we brought in for decades. I used the camera setting f/2.8 to make the front super sharp, with a blur in the background, focusing all the attention on the rust. The image is a tribute to endurance and dedication that defines Vicksburg and my family.

I also want to extend a huge, heartfelt Thank You to Kathy Forsythe.

Kathy, your organization and generosity toward our students and the VHS photography program are what make opportunities like this possible. We are so lucky to have you in our corner, championing these young artists and giving them a professional platform to showcase their talent.

Be sure to grab a copy of South County News this month to see Bryce’s work on the front page! 📰🙌https://southcountynews.org/2026/02/04/south-county-news-photo-contest/

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150 E Highway St
Vicksburg, MI
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