The Downey Legend

Heidi Castillo

Heidi Castillo , Photographer

Heidi Castillo, photographer for The Downey Legend joined the staff to get involved during her last year of high school as well as express her love for photography. Castillo did not hesitate to join the staff, feeling she would enjoy the experience despite the sometimes hectic environment.  Being a member of the online newspaper will not only help Castillo expand her photographer skills, it will also provide an opportunity to bond with her fellow peers. “I think it is a great way to meet new people and build relationships,” Castillo said.  While being familiar with several photography techniques, designing on InDesign, and editing pictures on Photoshop, this photographer plans to apply her skills in her photographs and continue her interest.

 

While managing the senior lifestyle, Castillo enjoys the privileges she receives as being the oldest of three. The photographer enjoys all music genres, however, Pink Martini and Coldplay are her top music choices. Not only does the senior find an interest in listening to music, she has shown her appreciation for the art by singing with a worship team for the past two years. She enjoys watching blood-gore horror films and older black and white films in her spare time. Castillo plans to make the best of her senior year and attend a junior college after graduating.

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1.	At 8:30a.m. on Sat. Feb., 15, at Griffiths Middle School, spectators watch as the horn goes off and participants of the Help 2 Heal a Heart begin the two mile run. The event was held in memory of a child lost to cancer in 2010 at age 13; his mother, Kim Jones, started the Always a Mom Foundation to help raise funds for programs and services to help mothers and families trying to overcome the passing of a child in the family.

[Photo] Always A Mom

Esther Rodriguez, Parents & Teachers Section Editor
February 25, 2014
On Thurs., Jan. 16, Jorge Rodriguez, 12, shows his school spirit by participating in spirit week’s preppy day.

[Photo] Spirit Week

Sara Cabrera, Writer/ Copy Editor
February 2, 2014
At The Downey Civic Theater, on Sat., Oct. 26, David Brighton as George Harrison, and Gilbert Bonilla, as John Lennon, perform “A Hard Day’s Night” by The Beatles. “We love you George!” a fan screamed from the audience as Brighton sang his part of the song.

[Photo] She’s got a ticket to ride

Rodas Hailu, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 4, 2013
The sequel to horror film Insidious was released into theaters on Friday, Sept. 13. People stood in line for hours to get the questions answered that arose at the ending of the first part of the movie.

[Photo] Chapter 2 of horror

Mia Dixon-Slaughter, Co-Editor-in-Cheif
October 4, 2013
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