Sophia Pepal is a versatile artist who will receive a BFA in Photography with a concentration in Visual Media from the Rochester Institute of Technology in May 2024. While her primary focus lies in Architectural Photography, she is equally passionate about Graphic Design. She experiments with different styles of architectural photography and has experience with institutional, commercial, residential, and industrial interiors and exteriors, as well as architectural details.
Her love for historic architecture is a driving force; she uses it to encapsulate the timeless charm and beauty in her subjects by researching and scouting locations to pinpoint the optimal time of day to preserve the essence of the building in its most flattering light. Sophia's expertise in drone photography places her in a unique niche within the architectural realm, offering a distinctive perspective that sets her apart in the field. Additionally, she possesses a graphic sensibility that influences her page layouts and photographic compositions, characterized by a clean and minimalist style inspired by design history layering and collage techniques.