White Co. construction firm awards scholarships to NGTC photography students

CLARKESVILLE - Ron Cantrell of Ron Cantrell Construction, Inc. (RCC-I) recently presented seven North Georgia Technical College (NGTC) photography students with scholarships for their work documenting one of the company's recent projects.<br /> <br /> The students from NGTC's Photography Department traveled to the campus of Tallulah Falls School (TFS) to photograph the multi-million dollar renovation of Tallulah Falls School Upper School Academic Complex, highlighting many of RCC-I's improvements and enhancements.<br /> <br /> Georgia Zumwalt of Jefferson was selected by RCC-I as the 1st Place winner. "I just loved her photos," declared Ron Cantrell. She was presented with a $1,000 scholarship that can be used to pay tuition or to purchase equipment.<br /> <br /> The 2nd place winner was Sierra Smith, of Carnesville. She was presented with a $500 scholarship. 3rd Place, and the recipient of a $250 scholarship, was Megan Shead of Appling. Honorable Mentions were given to four students who also had photos selected by RCC-I. Victoria Boyce of Toccoa, Maria Gonzalez of Clarkesville, Colleen Gearty of Hoschton, and Blakely Sheriff of Dawsonville will each receive a $50 scholarship.<br /> <br /> Cantrell, with help from employees Casey Adams and Lorie Crumley, judged the photos and selected their favorites. Many of the images were used in a package submitted for a contest hosted by The National Association of Church Design Builders. RCC-I won Best Ancillary Facility for their work at TFS. RCC-I credits the students' images for their win. "A picture is often the first impression, and it has to be a lasting one," said Lorie Crumley.<br /> <br /> The photos will be used in a variety of brochures and publications as well as on the RCC-I website. NGTC Photography Instructor, Jim Loring commented, "Having your work published in a real world setting is a great opportunity for our students. The scholarships are an added bonus." <br /> <br /> Ron Cantrell Construction, Inc., established in 1981, is located in Cleveland.

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