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While some might swear by sudoku or word puzzles, there’s evidence that something much more near and dear to our hearts could help prevent cognitive decline: photography. In a study published in Psychological Science, a group of senior citizens who took a three-month photography course saw a significant increase across a number of mental tasks.

News, Santa Monica, Boys And Girls Club, Photography

Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica Welcomes New Photography Program

Posted Apr. 11, 2013, 10:51 am

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica will introduce a new art and science of photography program for its youth members.

Twelve-year-old Diana Ramirez shows off some of her photos she snapped during this year’s Kids With Cameras program.

News, Santa Monica, Youth, Photography

Kids With Cameras Focus On Their Futures

Posted Sep. 4, 2012, 2:15 am

The fourth annual Kids With Cameras program came to a close last Wednesday evening with a photo exhibit featuring the participant’s best photos.

The six week workshop in photojournalism involved 20 middle school youth. A selection of photos will be on display at Bergamot Station's G Building this Wednesday evening.

News, Santa Monica, Youth, Photography

Kids With Cameras Project Concludes This Wednesday With Exhibition Of Photos

Posted Aug. 27, 2012, 2:30 am

The fourth annual Kids with Cameras summer project will come to an end this Wednesday, Aug. 29 at 6 p.m. with an exhibition that's open to the public.

The struggles of David and Jackie Siegel is documented in the documentary 'The Queen of Versailles' as their sprawling financial empire collapses and they must make drastic cuts in their opulent lifestyle, going from rags-to-riches and back to their version of 'rags.'

Seven Days, Celebrity, Film, Photography

The Queen Of Versailles: The Collapse Of One Family's American Dream

Posted Aug. 14, 2012, 2:55 am

Lauren Greenfield is an established photographer and filmmaker and was named one of the 25 most influential photographers by American Photo. Her work was recently exhibited at the Getty Museum and prior to her latest documentary, “The Queen of Versailles,” she won multiple awards for “THIN, kids + money” and “Beauty CULTure.”

News, Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, Art, Art Gallery, Smc, Photography

Emeritus College To Show Student Photo Show: Part II

Posted Apr. 18, 2012, 4:48 am

Santa Monica College’s Emeritus College is pleased to present the 2012 Student Juried Photography Exhibition, Part II, showcasing the exceptional...

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