We all have a story to tell, and we all do it in our own way. Fujifilm celebrates these stories and helps give a voice to the storytellers themselves, who create conversations and celebrate individuality.

Back in April 2020, Fujifilm invited student image makers—still and video — from across the U.S to submit an idea for a photo project. If selected, Fujifilm would provide them up to $3,000 worth of Fujifilm X Series or GFX System gear to bring their vision to life. By June, Fujifilm received over 500 submissions!

Fujifilm’s team of experts and photographic mentors were specifically chosen to select the best of the best from the massive amount of Students of Storytelling submissions. They were asked to do the impossible: pick out only 30 of the strongest story pitches.

Each of the student winners that were chosen received Fujifilm Gear and mentorship to help inspire new work and help them grow into talented professionals. Here, Fujifilm celebrates the 30 students showcased who are exploring compelling and complex visual narratives, that also translate into wonderfully framed, authentically human moments. Over the coming weeks, each of the student storytellers will be using their personal profiles to tell their story to the world.

With innovative design and technology, Fujifilm has always been committed to supporting and investing in storytellers. The Students of Storytelling contest is designed to increase the reach of the winners, helping to solidify the most impressive up and comers in the photography industry. Rangefinder, as the leader in wedding and portrait photography, delivers daily education and information to the industry.

Rangefinder is excited to share these important stories from incredibly impactful and creative storytellers who celebrate individuality. Read on to discover the next generation of U.S. storytellers.

• Austin Kennedy’s Yellowstone Backcountry Photos
• Ben Yan on the Life-Shaping Connections That Influence His Imagery
• Billy Schuerman Documents Untold Stories
• Brennan Booker on Identity
• Caleb Jacobson’s Bold Imagery and Environmental Activism
• Dominick Sokotoff’s Tales of Two Cities
• Emma Squire Documents the Reality and Vulnerability of Her Subjects
• Enrique Rodriguez Tells Stories of Selfless Heroes
• Erin Haar on Grief in Photography
• Gabriella Wyke Smashes Stereotypes
• Harlen Cruz Delves Deep into Other People’s Stories
• Joshua Lee Learns from Others’ Struggles and Hardships
• Kai Lepley’s Monsoon Photos Offer a Conservation Message
• Kevin Bennett Moore Invokes Queerness and Americana
• Kevin Williamson on Family and Places to Call Home
• Kimberly Nguyen’s Family Legacy
• Lindsay Wang Explores the Future of the Class of 2020
• Lukas Flippo’s Stories of Hope
• Malik J. Norman’s Revelation of Personal and Universal Truths
• Marcos Contreras on Hard Work and Determination
• Maria Victoria Polanco’s Exploration of Freedom in 2020
• Max Correa on Breaking Stereotypes
• Moshfiq Islam on Cultural Assimilation
• Natcha Wongchanglaw’s Look at New York’s Unexpectedly Diverse Cityscape
• Nivi Shaham Brings People Together Through Food and Culture
• Priscilla Kang Explores her Own Cultural Identities
• Ram Bhadra Finds Solace in Documenting Social Isolation
• Sophia Li Finds Community Through Sustainable Food
• Tiffiany Peters Re-Humanizes the Homeless, One Vet at a Time
• William Mordell’s Window into Others’ Lives in Times of Transition