Join us for the gallery opening of Shutter Speed!
Dec. 3 | 1–2 p.m. | The Union, Taylor Down Under

Meet Hailey Reynolds, a senior Marketing major at JMU. Hailey is excited to share her new collection, Shutter Speed, showcasing her passion for motorsports. In this collection, Hailey captures both the technical and human aspects of what brings racing to life, exploring the subject matter that first inspired her to pursue photography. 

Hailey was introduced to photography when she started taking videos at car shows in middle school. What started as tagging along with friends to these events grew into a deeper interest in attending car shows and capturing them through her lens, leading to a deeper passion for photography. Her biggest inspiration for her work comes from her desire to improve with each opportunity to capture what she enjoys. Hailey aims to capture beautiful images while also showcasing the people and stories behind them. She loves the way photography allows her to capture a specific moment in time, look back on it, and enjoy it even more, even though she is no longer physically present in that moment.  

This collection highlights the technical skills Hailey has developed throughout her photography journey. Hailey has also been able to turn her passion for photography into a professional opportunity during her time at JMU. Since the end of her freshman year, she has worked with the Student Affairs Communications and Marketing Office (SACM) at JMU as a photographer. Her time at SACM has allowed her to strengthen her photography skills, develop a stronger work ethic and gain valuable hands-on experience. Throughout her time with the office, she has been a dedicated member of the Photo Team and currently serves as the Photo Team Lead. Through these experiences, Hailey has been able to grow professionally and personally.  

Hailey hopes this collection encourages viewers to see the moving pieces and the individuality behind car shows. She also hopes to encourage individuals to go back to doing what they love, even in the midst of the chaos of life. There is always time for the things that bring you joy! 

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