Avery's Photos

The Weaver Family have been selling cows since 1999 and ranching for more than they can remember. They have been all over the state originally starting in Brownsmead Oregon to now, Crook County Oregon right outside of a small town called Prineville. They own a beautiful ranch that has been passed down 2 generations, it is called Nye Ranch. There's many things you need to do in order to keep a ranch in tip top shape but it's more important for the animals to be the healthiest and safest they can be. The Weaver family takes their jobs very seriously when it comes to taking care of the animals. This includes vaccinations, branding, and tagging. Vaccinating prevents diseases and airborne illnesses. Most common vaccines for cattle are an immunity shot, BVD , IBR, and a pinkeye prevention. According to Katelynn Weaver, branding and tagging represent the same thing. Both are to differentiate the cattle and the owners to help separate. But branding also makes it harder for cattle to be...

Lynsey Addario’s book, It’s What I Do: A Photographer’s Life of Love and War , tells the powerful story of her work as a photojournalist covering some of the most dangerous places in the world. One of the most unforgettable parts of the book is when she is kidnapped in Libya during the civil war in 2011. Addario describes being blindfolded, beaten, and fearing for her life. Even after surviving this terrifying experience, she reflects, “I chose to do this work, knowing the risks. It’s not bravery—it’s a sense of purpose” (p. 236). This moment stood out to me because it shows her incredible courage and commitment to her mission. Despite the risks, she continues to tell important stories about people affected by war and conflict. Addario’s photography is special because she captures personal and emotional moments. Her photos do more than just show what’s happening—they tell stories about the people involved. She connects with her subjects and focuses on the human side of conflict, rather...