8 March 2024 · Joseph Bakes
Euridice explained that the image of two fellow students wearing virtual reality goggles head to head while holding hands contrasts an intimate moment with the fear of physical touch, as was evident during the pandemic.
(Photo by Euridice Sagastume)
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – A photograph taken by a senior at East Brunswick Magnet School has been chosen for publication from among more than 200 entries from high schools around the world.
The photo by Euridice Sagastume of Perth Amboy, a Digital Filmmaking student at East Brunswick Magnet School, is among 47 included in “We the Present,” a book being distributed by the School of Visual Arts in New York City to universities, high schools and the professional film community.
The contest challenge was to present images that explore what it means to be in the current moment as we look to the future.
Euridice explained that the image of two fellow students wearing virtual reality goggles head to head while holding hands contrasts an intimate moment with the fear of physical touch, as was evident during the pandemic.
“Our moments are going to change,” she said.
Euridice is trying to decide where to attend college, hoping to concentrate on film editing and cinematography.
She said the thing she loves about her digital film classes is “we’re always going forward.”
“We’re extra proud of Euridice’s dedication to her craft,” digital film teacher Louis Libitz said. “It’s a tremendous honor to have her work selected.”
Her photo also is part of an online exhibit at https://sva.edu/features/we-
