Siggi Bengston, Palo Alto High School, Mountain View
I went to the top of a parking structure to get a better view of the town. While I was photographing Mountain View, I saw this very small graffiti on the top of an elevator. The small act of rebellion within such a pristine town really spoke to me. Being a person who always follows rules this photo made me realize how badly I wanted to break a rule but could not because of how I was raised, and where I live.
Such profound insight. It’s lovely how you were able to reflect on aspects of your own life from what someone else left behind.
I like the contrast of the bright red words on the black, It shows how everyone leaves a mark in the world.