Who We Are: Kemi Ashing-Giwa
Year: 2025
Award Level: Silver
Award Winner(s): Stanford University
Award: Circle of Excellence
Category: Photography | Portraits
From the Nominator
The photographs by Toni Bird showcase Kemi Ashing-Giwa, a graduate student whose journey intertwines science and creativity. Set against the serene backdrop of the beach, these images highlight her playful yet introspective spirit, embodying the balance between rigorous scholarship and personal reflection.
From the Judges
Captivating portraits and dynamic layouts. Additionally, we enjoyed the use of reflection in the photos and thought the cropping added to the idea of a sci-fi landscape.