Share: Each week, our photojournalists select the five most compelling images that capture the essence of current events, daily life, and unique moments. These top photos are featured in our gallery, offering a visual snapshot of the stories that define the week. Follow:
GALLERY: Letters in the Landscape
Share: Courier photographers Anastasia Kiek, Justice Aragon, Eizen Yap, Desiree Brewington, Lamar Collins, and Raleigh Ebner explored the PCC campus in search of shapes that resembled the letters in their own names. From architectural angles to everyday objects, they captured unexpected typography hidden in plain sight. Desiree Lamar Anastasia Eizen Raleigh Justice Follow:
GALLERY: Bumper Sticker Stories from the Streets
Share: Courier photographers capture bold, bizarre, and brilliant messages stuck to the backs of cars. This collection reveals the humor, rebellion, and raw personality rolling through our daily traffic. Follow:
GALLERY: Afternoon of Karaoke at PCC
Share: Students, staff, and guests came together in song during a lively karaoke event at the FYE Pathways Center on May 28, 2025. Courier photographer Anastasia Kiek captured the joy, connection, and community spirit that filled the PCC Colorado Campus. Follow:
GALLERY: Rooted in Resilience
Share: In honor of Immigrant Heritage Month, this gallery showcases the strength and diversity of our community through intimate visual storytelling. Courier photographer Anastasia Kiek captures moments that reflect the journeys, pride, and identities of immigrants at Pasadena City College. Follow:
GALLERY: The Art of Seeing at PCC
Share: The gallery showcases the artistic eye and journalistic skill of Courier photographers Justice Aragon, Desiree Brewington, Anastasia Kiek, Eizen Yap, and Lamar Collins. Tasked with capturing ten specific subjects across PCC’s campus—1) holding hands, 2) puddle, 3) bicyclist, 4) textbook, 5) pink shoes, 6) a police cadet, 7) construction hardhat, 8) sleeping in class, 9) music, and 10) art being created—the photographers used composition, depth, and creativity to elevate everyday scenes. Viewers are invited to explore each image and decide whether the photographer truly …
GALLERY: East West Players Perform Patsy at PCC
Share: The gallery features scenes from the May 20 performance of PATSY by East West Players Theatre for Youth at PCC’s Colorado campus. Courier photographer Anastasia Kiek captures moments before the show and during the performance, spotlighting the brilliant cast: Chloe Madriaga as Patsy, along with Stephan Haci and Evelyn Wu-Coffey – bringing this powerful story to life. Follow:
GALLERY: PCC Honors Memorial Day
Share: This Memorial Day photo gallery at PCC showcases powerful moments of reflection and tribute from the ceremony held on Thursday, May 22. Captured by Courier photographer Raleigh Ebner, the images highlight the community’s heartfelt commemoration. Follow:
GALLERY: Birds of Pasadena and Beyond — A Glimpse into Local Wildlife
Share: Courier photographers captured a striking variety of bird species in Pasadena and surrounding areas, highlighting the beauty and biodiversity of local habitats. From serene park settings to unexpected urban perches, the gallery showcases the feathered life that often goes unnoticed. Follow:
GALLERY: PCC Students Journey Through the Universe with Dr. Robertson
Share: PCC students packed the Creveling Lounge on May 13 to hear Carnegie scientist Dr. Andrew Robertson deliver a compelling lecture on the existence of dark matter, closing out the 2024–2025 Carnegie Science Observatories Lecture Series. Courier photographer Raleigh Ebner captured the engaging atmosphere as Robertson broke down complex astrophysical concepts like the Doppler effect, gravitational lensing, and bullet clusters for an eager student audience. Follow: