HARBOUR
WOODWARD
Through my lens, I constantly position myself, then reposition myself, to construct an optimal composition, wherever I may be in the world. In shadow and in light, both familiar and foreign, and the most unconventional places, there is something beautiful waiting to be discovered. But art takes time: an angle and particular point of view must marinate before actively being captured and recaptured to hopefully produce the “golden” image.
My interest in photography was kindled by family vacations, when I watched my dad shoot his digital camera. As I grew older, I began to take photos with a purpose, distinct from the casual clicks that used to simply capture memories from previous trips. I still wanted to be able to commemorate the moment in time, but I wanted to do so in a more intentional way. Photography is my way of seeing the world but also bridging cultural differences; this is why I love shooting portraits. I seek out the commonality of mankind through my lens and, at the same time, celebrate the uniqueness of each culture and individual. My camera gives me unique access to the people of the world. My narrow lens widens my understanding.
Harbour is a rising sophomore at Harvard University, taking the year off from classes due to COVID-19. A resident of Chatham, Cape Cod, she is blessed to wake up to the view of Stage Harbor every morning; the ocean is truly her home. Aside from photography, Harbour is a member of Harvard’s Women’s Squash Team, ranked #1 nationally in college squash, as well as a National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer (NASM CPT). In addition to photography, squash and fitness, she loves long walks while listening to podcasts, traveling, and spending time with her sister, parents and golden retriever Skipper.