Progression Level 1 students at Medway have been recognised for their creativity and photography skills following this year's Allotment Photography Competition.
Students were invited to capture images around our Medway Allotment, using their mobile phones to photograph everything from flowers, wildlife and insects to produce, landscapes and moments of wellbeing. As part of their English lessons, students also wrote explanations about their photographs, helping to develop both their creative and communication skills.
The competition attracted a strong response, with photographs displayed on a finalist wall during the annual plant sale in the Medway Pavilion a couple of weeks ago. Visitors, staff and students were invited to vote for their favourite images, with 104 votes cast.
The winning photographs were:
1st Place – Olivia, Purple Flowers (41 votes)
2nd Place – Zane, Butterfly (30 votes)
3rd Place – Lily, Lizard (29 votes)
4th Place – Tiffany, Bumble Bee (25 votes)
5th Place – Chelcy, Pink Rose (24 votes)
All students who entered received a certificate of participation, with prize winners receiving allotment themed awards.
The competition showcased the wide range of talent across the Progression programme, with students capturing the beauty of the allotment, local wildlife and the natural environment. It also highlighted the continued support of staff, volunteers and the wider college community, who help make the allotment such a valuable learning space for students.
Hardeep Johal, Foundation Education Lecturer said: "This competition has been a fantastic opportunity for our students to showcase their creativity and talents. We are proud of every student who took part and grateful for the effort and enthusiasm they showed throughout the project. Seeing their confidence grow and watching them take pride in their work has been one of the most rewarding parts of the experience."
Helen Evenden, Industry Placement Coordinator said: "This has been a fantastic project, and it has been wonderful to see the students' confidence grow. Their enthusiasm and creativity have shone through, and they should all be proud of their achievements."
