Grundy photography show celebrates young talent
Bermuda’s young photographers were celebrated at the official prize giving and opening of the seventh Grundy Youth Photography Competition’s prize giving and exhibition, which took place at Commissioner’s House on December 5.
The competition honours the late Reg Grundy and Joy Chambers Grundy, and was created in partnership with the National Museum of Bermuda.
It’s aim is to “inspire the next generation of photographers, encourage an appreciation for Bermuda’s natural and cultural environment, and a desire to protect it”.
This year’s theme, “Through Your Eyes: Our Island Roots”, invited participants to capture Bermuda’s landscapes, heritage and wildlife across three categories — heritage, people, and wildlife and nature.
The artists were divided three age groups for primary, middle and high schoolers. More than 80 guests attended the prize giving.
The Best in Show was Kaiden DeSilva, a student of Saltus Grammar School, who received a Canon Rebel T7 camera kit, courtesy of the Grundy Estate.
Jennifer Davidson, the museum’s board chairwoman, said: “At the National Museum, we believe museums should be more than places that preserve the past — they should be hubs for curiosity, learning and imagination.
“This competition brings that vision to life. It’s a celebration of what makes Bermuda unique and an opportunity for young people to explore their artistic voice.”
• Winners
Best in Show: Kaiden DeSilva, Saltus Grammar School
Primary school: Heritage — Amir Smith, Harrington Sound Primary School. People — Amir Smith, Harrington Sound. Bermuda Wildlife and Nature — Ibrahim Danish, Somersfield Academy
Middle school: Heritage — Indica Wilson Bean, Mount Saint Agnes. People — Seraiah George, Bermuda Institute. Bermuda Wildlife and Nature — Julia Stoppa, Mount Saint Agnes Academy
High school: Bermuda Buildings — Amira Trott, Bermuda High School. People — Lucy Leman, Bermuda High School. Bermuda Wildlife and Nature — Zoe Mir, George School, Pennsylvania
• Awards and sponsors
Age group winners: Students earned Iron Kids accounts from Clarien Bank, valued from $200 to $500
Runners up: $150 gift cards from Brown & Co, courtesy of The Phoenix Stores
School prize: Mount Saint Agnes won a $1,500 AF Smith gift certificate for school and art supplies
There were hundreds of submissions from 26 schools and judges selected winners through a blind process to ensure fairness.
This year, the competition was judged by Deborah Atwood, museum curator, Chinni Mahadevan, curator of the Dr Reg Grundy Photographic Libraries, and Nicola Muirhead, a local awarding-winning documentary photographer and visual storyteller.
Ms Muirhead said: “Photography is an accessible art form that invites anyone to share how they see the world.
“These young Bermudians brought their ideas to life through their lenses and I look forward to seeing their creativity grow.”
Dr Atwood added: “Bermuda’s young photographers never fail to impress with their creativity, vision and thoughtful storytelling.
“Seeing their work displayed in Commissioner’s House is always a highlight of our year and brings fresh energy and perspective to the National Museum.
“This competition is a fantastic way to celebrate and support the young artists in our community, and we applaud every student who shared their unique view of Bermuda.”
Chinni Mahadevan advised: “Keep snapping and you are sure to get a good one.”
All finalist photographs are on display on the second floor of Commissioner’s House at museum and all the submissions and finalists can be seen online at nmb.bm/rg-photo-competition/gallery-primary-7-10-2025/.
The exhibition will remain on display at the museum for a year.
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