Award:

Awarded to a graduating student in the Photography program who has a passion for a career in photography and also has volunteered in the community and/or Algonquin College. This award was graciously donated by Sandra Zagon in memory of her husband James Zagon.

In his work with the Bank of Canada, James Zagon combined his artistic flair and his technical photography skills, which he honed over the years, to capture the beauty of the pieces of the Bank’s National Currency Collection. During his many travels, he also took photographs of his family, friends, city and landscapes. Born in New York in 1945, he moved in 1970 to Ottawa, Canada, where he lived with his wife of almost 32 years before passing away in 2002.

The James Zagon Memorial Award is administered by the Algonquin College Foundation. The selection is made by a committee, established by the Faculty of the Photography Program.

2021 WInner:

We are pleased to announce that the winner of this award is Shiraz Blitz.

Shiraz has always been eager to volunteer and help others. She found photography at a young age and you can see her unique view of the world through her photography. Her portfolio is a mixture of beautiful portraits and strong commercial work. Congratulations Shiraz on wining this award!!

insta: shirazstills web: www.shirazstills.com

Thanks to our donor, Sandra Zagon for continuing to support our students.