Born and raised in Venezuela, J Roff-Garcia moved to the city at age 11 after his parents' divorce. He took up hobbies like fishing, soccer, and reading Harry Potter as a kid. Currently, J loves wearing suits and has chosen photography as his career, being inspired by photographer James Nachtwey's work bringing awareness to global issues like war, disasters, and oppression. He plans to study photography at Savannah College of Art & Design.
2. Childhood Born and raised in Anaco, Venezuela (Approximately 45 minutes South of here) My hobbies as a kid where fishing, hunting, soccer, flying, roller hockey, and reading Harry Potter books Since I was born I was always deathly allergic to lactose products (ex: cheese, butter, milk, etc.)
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6. Early Years At the age of 11 after my parents divorce I moved here and started attending CIPLC Although it took along time to get used to the city and school I found that this change was for the better. I really got into diving in my middle school years. I have 6 brothers & sisters.
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10. Family Top Left To Right: Maria, Jay, Diego, & JohnBottom Left To Right: Elizabeth, Dad, Andres, & Isabel
11. Current Life I love to wear suits. I have chosen to become a photographer. I got a tattoo. I’m ready to graduate.
17. The Future So far the future looks like me going to the Savannah College of Art & Design to major in Photography, other than that I can’t really say for sure. And that’s ok.
20. One of my favorite photographers and biggest influences is James Nathcwey. This is mainly because this man has brought to light some of the worst realities of the war, natural disaster, & other major issues our world has faced for the past 20+ years. What he does inspires me to show people how important it is to spread the word on issues. That way we help inform the world, to later find a resolution.
