UCAS- Offers and my personal statement

My personal statement:

Photography, to me, is a way of expressing myself and to share a moment captured in time, which can be viewed over and over again. However there is so much more to photography. It enables us to make films, advertisements and artwork, all of which truly inspires me to want to work in this field. I believe that university will bring the best out of me and help me achieve a career path within the industry.  I am currently completing an extended diploma in Photography and Digital Imaging at Burton and South Derbyshire College. The facilities available to me ignited a passion for not only taking photos but for developing and editing. Working with other students has enabled me to see others perspectives as well as my own.  I was fortunate to have the opportunity to participate at Canons 'Best shot' competition at London Fashion Weekend 2014. The task was to photograph two catwalk events; sort, edit and forward the images to Canon direct within 50 minutes. Even though I found the day challenging, the knowledge and understanding that I gained was invaluable. The whole experience boosted my self-confidence by working in a professional environment and the challenges it presented.  Whilst at college I was requested to shoot a drama production of 'The Little Shop of Horrors' and several other events, including team sports. On each shoot I found myself gaining valuable experience and the motivation to further develop my skill set. An area of photography I would like to develop more is the use of darkrooms and different film formats as I like to experiment.   In my spare time I enjoy watching films and other creative media, however I find myself thinking analytically about the still frames and how certain scenes portray messages. This is where I would like to expand my knowledge in the film making industry and university may be able to offer this.  I realise that photography isn't just about taking images and that there is a need to analyse my work to allow improvement. Time management and organisation skills are key for assignments as I found out whilst doing my B-TEC course and an English A-level alongside at night class. I found this has benefitted my essay writing and evaluation within my course work.   One of my favourite photographers is Henri Cartier-Bresson. The use of the 'perfect moment' style of imaging and being ready for anything sums up my passion and attitudes towards photography. It proves that you can take the perfect picture regardless of camera type or settings. It's all about the subject and the photographers view point and style.   To be given the opportunity to progress and to gain a Media degree would allow me to meet a personal goal. I feel my commitment to succeed would make me an asset to your university.