DEPARTURES 2025
Photographic Technology and Digital Interactive Media
Opening Reception: April 30, 6 - 8 p.m.
On Display: May 1 - July 31
Graduates of the Daytona State College photography program continue to take their place among the nation’s leading photographers. The program has grown into one of the largest, most comprehensive commercial photography programs in the Southeastern United States. The challenges associated with a rapidly changing aesthetic and commercial environment have been met by a dynamic program that stresses the fundamental aspects of photography, the highest level of technical proficiency and professional judgement, and gives an understanding of the techniques materials, and equipment used in the industry today.
Adrian Binkley
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Cecilia Pomares
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Deborah Stitchberry
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Juliet Torres
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Kerry Roberts
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Michael Velez
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Melissa Blue
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Sean Christopher Patrick
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Selena Johnson
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Sydeny Mesker
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Sonika Chen
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Adrian Binkley | Cecilia Pomares | Deborah Stitchberry | Juliet Torres | Kerry Roberts | Michael Velez | Melissa Blue | Sean Christopher Patrick | Selena Johnson | Sydeny Mesker | Sonika Chen |
MEET THE ARTISTS
Sydney Mesker
“I'm a commercial, portrait, editorial, and boudoir photographer with a deep passion for capturing human connection and personal empowerment. I specialize in both high key and low key lighting, using light and shadow to shape emotion and highlight the unique individuality of each person I photograph. At the heart of my work is the belief that everyone deserves to feel beautiful and confident in their own skin. Whether I’m documenting powerful professional portraits, intimate boudoir sessions, or unforgettable life moments, my goal is always the same: to create timeless images that help people see their worth and hold onto memories forever. ”
Kerry Roberts
“I am a portrait photographer who utilizes fantasy and conceptual elements to convey themes relating to identity, mental illness, and the queer experience that resonate with those who also feel "other" and impact everyday people on an emotional and personal level. I have had my fine art, fantasy, and conceptual work on display at multiple exhibitions throughout central Florida, including the One Daytona Art Festival and the AFPA Gallery. My goal is to pursue a full-time career as a studio photographer or photo editor, while establishing my presence in galleries and pursuing fine art on the side.”
Selena Johnson
"I am a lifestyle and portrait photographer whose work blends candid moments with intentional storytelling. Working in both color and black and white, I create images that feel honest, emotive, and visually appealing. From editorial-style portraits to everyday scenes, my photography captures people in ways that feel both natural and thoughtfully composed—always with a focus on connection, atmosphere, and the story behind the frame.”
Sean Patrick
My name is Sean Patrick. I am a photographer based in the Melbourne Florida area and I aspire to be a wedding photographer. I also have a big passion for traveling and shooting amazing scenery, both man made and natural. I always try to work with people with more experience than I and these are some of my best photos so far.
Debbie Stichberry
With a heart rooted in the belief that home is wherever her family is, Debbie Stichberry’s work reflects a genuine love for capturing emotion, atmosphere, and the quiet details that bring a moment to life. Having been blessed to live and raise a family around the world, Debbie brings a deep appreciation for people, places, and the beauty found in small everyday moments, everywhere. Through her lens, Debbie seeks to hold onto the stillness, energy, and feeling that might otherwise go unnoticed.
Melissa Blue
Melissa Blue is a dedicated professional photographer currently advancing her expertise with a degree in Photographic Technology at Daytona State College. Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, Melissa now calls Ormond Beach, Florida, her home. With over two decades of experience as a local business owner, she balances her professional pursuits with her roles as a wife, mother, and grandmother. Capturing the authentic beauty of the world through landscapes, portraits, and pet photography, Melissa Blue strives to inspire others to see the extraordinary in everyday moments.
Juliet Liann Torres
Liann is a Queer Christian specializing in anthropomorphic art (via Krita and IArtbook), graphic design, and costumes. On their free time, they indulge in the furry fandom as their fursona’s spirit form, SakuraLee Harper. Her other hobbies include content creation on Twitch and YouTube, spending time writing her work-in-progress stories, and afternoon tea time for self-care.
Michael Antonio
Michael Antonio established ElasticView.Productions (First Brand) in 2018 to bring his lifelong dream of working in film to life. Fueled by his passion for storytelling, he pursued a college education in Digital Media Production at Daytona State College, where he deepened his expertise in the media arts. With a life marked by frequent moves every one to two years, Michael turned to movies and photography as a way to preserve and relive cherished memories, creating visual stories that captured the essence of each chapter of his journey.