Aterriona Cooper may be just 13 years old, but she's not letting that stop her from using her gift.
Aterriona's photography journey began just a few short years ago. Her 5th grade teachers recommended her to The City, 129 N 7th. It was here that Ms Cooper was chosen for a special program, Summer Adventure.
This program lasted a summer, with the goal to assist students in finding their unique talent in this vast world. For Aterriona, that was photography.
While Ms Cooper has always enjoyed taking photos, she chose FIA, or Faith in Action, as the theme for her photography.
As part of First Friday, Ad Astra Books & Coffee House hosted Aterriona Cooper and her exquisite collection of faith based photography.
Even though anyone can tell Aterriona that her work is good, she's still just a normal 13-year-old girl. She attends 8th grade at Lakewood Middle School. Ms Cooper is also on the cheer squad and plays in the band. A group of classmates even attended her event, in support of their friend.
Her family attends New Jerusalem Church, of which Aterriona has been singing in the choir since she was three. She also leads the adult choir.
When you ask Aterriona Cooper how long she's loved Jesus, "forever" is her answer.
And, when asked if professional photography is in her future, Aterriona has a simple answer:
"I'll probably take a college course on it."
