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The Talon
The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon
The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon
Nicholas West

Nicholas West, Director of Photography

Nicholas West is the director of photography and co director of broadcast for The Talon News. Outside of Talon Nick likes to drive cars, hang out with friends, and go to Waffle House.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Association of Texas Photography Instructors 2020  Fall Photo Competition 

  • First place in Advertising Photography
  • Second place in Architecture Photography
  • Honorable mention in Cellphone Photography
  • Honorable mention in Environmental Portrait Photography
  •  Honorable mention in Sports Action Photography
  • Third place in Time Exposure Photography

Dallas Morning News Student Journalism Competition (Spring 2021)

  • First place in Sports Photography
  • Finalist in Sports Photography
  • Finalist in Feature Photography
  • Most Valuable Staffer

Interscholastic Press Conference Competition (ILPC) (Jan 2021)

  • First place in Sports Photography
  • First place in Entertainment Photography
  • First place in Feature Photography
  • First place in Portfolio Photography

ILPC Tops In Texas 1A-6A Competition (2021)

  • Best Sports Photo 
  • Best Portfolio
  • Best Film/Documentary

UIL Young FilmMakers Festival (2021)

  • Third place in Documentary Film (contributor) 

Texas Association of Journalism Educators Fall Fiesta (Oct 2021)

  • Second place in onsite “Framing” Prompt competition
  • First place in onsite “Fall” Prompt competition
  • First place in Portfolio Category

National Student Press Association (Nov 2021)

  • First place in Best of Show Broadcast Program (contributor)
  • Fourth place in Best of Show News Website (contributor)

National Student Press Association Photo of the Year (Nov 2021)

  • Second place in Sports 
  • Honorable mention in Sports 
  • Third place in Feature Photo 

National Student Press Association (NSPA/JEA) (Nov 2021)

  • First place in Photojournalism Storytelling (onsite competition)
  • First place in Group Photo Story (onsite competition)

Association of Texas Photography Instructors Fall Competition (Dec 2021)

  • Second place in Photo Story
  • Honorable mention in Advertising
  • Honorable mention in Architecture
  • Honorable mention in Documentary/Street 
  • Honorable mention in Portfolio
  • Honorable mention in Travel

UIL Young FilmMakers Festival 2022

  • Fifth place in Documentary Film (Writer/Director)
All content by Nicholas West
Emilia Hernandez wrestles at the Argyle Eagle meet.

[Photo] Argyle Wrestling Team Fights to Success

Christian Cockrell and Avaleigh Miller
July 11, 2024
Stacy Short

[Photo] Stacy Short Receives Edith Fox King Award

February 22, 2024
The 2023 College Football Championship will take place at 6:30 p.m. on January 9, 2023.

[Photo] CFP National Championship Preview

Jack Sevier, Reporter
January 9, 2023
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[Photo] NFL Enters Week 11

Jack Sevier, Reporter
November 17, 2022
The Argyle Eagles defeat the Creekview Mustangs at the Argyle Eagle Stadium in Argyle, Texas on November 3, 2022. The Argyle Eagles defeated the Creekview Mustangs with a final score of 50-24.

[Photo] Eagles Vs. Carollton Creekview Highlights

November 8, 2022
The Argyle Eagles defeat the Creekview Mustangs at the Argyle Eagle Stadium in Argyle, Texas on November 3, 2022. The Argyle Eagles defeated the Creekview Mustangs with a final score of 50-24. (Nick West | The Talon News)

The Eagles defeat Grapevine at the Grapevine High School Stadium in Grapevine, Texas on September 9, 2022.

[Photo] Eagles Vs. Grapevine Highlights

September 12, 2022
The Eagles win 41-20 against the Montgomery Bears at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Crusader Stadium in Belton, Texas on September 16, 2022.

The Eagles defeat the Frisco Independence Knights at Eagle Stadium in Argyle, Texas on October 21, 2022. The Eagles won with a final score of 35-10.

[Photo] Argyle Eagles Football VS Frisco Independence Knights

October 21, 2022
A company logo flag waves in front of an Apple store in New York City, New York. Apple announced the new Iphone 14 on September 7, 2022.

Apple’s New iPhone 14 Pro, Worth the Upgrade?

Nicholas West, Director of Photography & Co-Director of Broadcast
September 29, 2022
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[Photo] Talon Staff Places in 2022 ATPI Rising Star Portfolio Contest

Ashley Henderson, Editor-In-Chief
May 26, 2022
Starting since her freshman year, junior Ella Atkins helps lead the team's defense as an outside back.

[Photo] ‘All In’ For State

Ashley Henderson, Editor
April 7, 2022

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Nicholas West, Director of Photography
March 8, 2022
The Lady Eagles fell short of victory against the Lady Hawks 49-42 on Mar. 4 2022.

[Photo] Lady Eagles Take Third at State Tournament

Sam Mykel, Reporter
March 4, 2022
Head basketball coach Russell Perkins calls out a play to his team at the Area playoff game against Fort Worth Dunbar at Eaton High School on March 1, 2022. The Eagles clenched the Area championship with the their 55-51 win.

[Photo] Coach's Passion For Basketball, Math

March 3, 2022

[Video] Capturing History

Nicholas West, Director of Photography
March 3, 2022
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[Photo] Girls Basketball Heads to State Championship

Emily Kain, Reporter
March 3, 2022
Rapper Tyler, the Creator takes a break during his set at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX on Feb. 16

Tyler, The Creator Creates Memories With Tour

Sam Mykel and Nicholas West
February 24, 2022

Call Me If You Get Lost Tour

Nicholas West, Editor
February 24, 2022
Twenty years after the fall of the twin towers, the new World Trade Center stands tall symbolizing freedom and remembers those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.

[Photo] Patriot Day: A Missed Opportunity

September 11, 2021

Portfolio

Nicholas West, Reporter
January 28, 2022
Junior receiver Jaqwaan Felton makes a catch in warm-ups on Aug. 29, 2021 in Allen, Texas.

Bradon Smith does a backside 180 up the bowl at Railroad Park, Lewisville, Texas, on Jan. 26, 2022.

Senior Slate McMiellian leaps over a defender in Italy, Texas on Feb.25. 2021.

Senior running back Knox Scoggins fakes right and goes left during the team’s game against Kaufman on Oct. 29, 2021.

Boys Basketball Competes in the Third Round of Playoffs

Nicholas West
January 28, 2022

BMX In Austin

Nicholas West, Editor
January 28, 2022

Skating In Lewisville

Nicholas West, Editor
January 28, 2022

U.S. Moto GP Weekend

Nicholas West, Editor
January 28, 2022

Skating In New York

Nicholas West, Editor
January 28, 2022
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Leo Seandel kickflips over the block in front of the World Trade Center on Pier 26 on the East coast of Manhattan Island on Dec. 31, 2021.

The World Trade Center stands out during the sunset on the East coast of Manhattan Island on Dec. 31, 2021.

Leo Seandel watches his friend gap the block on Pier 26, Manhattan, New York on Dec. 31, 2021.

Leo Seandel recovers his board after a bad fall at Pier 26, Manhattan, New York on Dec. 31, 2021.

Leo Seandel breaks chair at pier 26 while executing tricks on Dec. 31, 2021.

Marc Márquez goes neck and neck with Francisco Bagnaia during the final stretch of the race at The Circuit of the Americas on Oct. 3, 2021.

A group of riders clip the ground on turn 14 at The Circuit of the Americas on Oct. 3, 2021.

Alex Rinns celebrates the race by waving his arms at the stands at The Circuit of the Americas on Oct. 3, 2021.

American racing team driver, Marcos Ramirez, celebrates the conclusion of the race by burning out his tires at The Circuit of the Americas on Oct. 3, 2021.

Issac and his friends hang out by the bowl at Railroad Park, Lewisville, Texas, on Dec. 16, 2021.

Max Calabrese kick flips over the block at Railroad Park, Lewisville, Texas, on Dec. 16, 2021.

James Wilson does a 50/50 grind on the quarter pike at Railroad Park, Lewisville, Texas, on Dec. 16, 2021.

Brandon Henderson attempts a foot plant trick on the quarter pike at Railroad Park, Lewisville, Texas, on Dec. 16, 2021.

Senior Slate McMellian leaps over a defender in Italy, Texas on Feb. 25, 2021.

Senior Nate Atwood discusses a foul with the refs in Italy, Texas on Feb. 25, 2021.

Senior Nate Atwood slams the ball down on a dunk in Italy, Texas on Feb. 25, 2021.

Senior Jacob Dye drives into the paint in Italy, Texas on Feb. 25, 2021.

The view from the abandoned parking garage in front of House Park during sunset on Mar. 3, 2021.

Julian Molina shows a group of people his handmade jewelry at House Park, Austin, Texas, on Mar. 3, 2021.

A group of friends hangs out on the manual pad at House Park, Austin, Texas, on Mar. 3, 2021.

Jerry Hill hops into the bowl at House Park, Austin, Texas, on Mar. 3, 2021.

Julian Molina bunny hops into the bowl at House Park. Molina has been riding BMX for 13 years and started after the loss of his leg. He is visiting from Columbia and riding in Austin, Texas, on Mar. 3, 2021.

Senior running back Knox Scoggins fakes right and goes left during the team's game against Kaufman on Oct. 29, 2021.

Junior receiver Jaqwaan Felton makes a catch in warm-ups on Aug. 29, 2021 in Allen, Texas.

Senior Slate McMellian leaps over a defender in Italy, Texas on Feb. 25, 2021.

Thomas Bell reaches high for the ball to get the rebound at the Super Pit in Denton, Texas on Jan. 20, 2022.

Bradon Smith does a backside 180 up the bowl at Railroad Park, Lewisville, Texas, on Jan. 26, 2022.

Talon Earns Top Awards at National JEA/NSPA Philadelphia Convention

Stacy Short, Ashley Henderson, Sam Mykel, and Nicholas West
November 19, 2021
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[Photo] Streets of Philadelphia

Owen Norkett and Jacob Stroupe
November 14, 2021
Frank Griffan hangs out with his friends and takes in the beauty of the city. Griffan was born and raised in Philadelphia. “I’ve lived in Philly all my life, its my favorite place on Earth,” Griffan said.

BMX Strangers in Philadelphia

Nicholas West, Director of Photography
November 14, 2021
Frank Griffan takes a rest on his pedals after landing another trick. Griffan practices for fun with his friends every weekend. “Practicing is my favorite thing to do, It gives me a space to clear my head and be free from the world,” Griffan said.

Griffan goes headfirst into a 180 jumping off the ledge. He has attempted this trick before but never landed it. “In a sport like this, persistence is key to getting better,” Griffan said.

Homecoming king and queen seniors Zach Tait and Kimberly Giese. (Nick West | The Talon News)

[Photo] ‘Coming Home’

Alex Daggett, Special Contributor
October 22, 2021
Eagles take the game vs Nolan Catholic at Allen High School Stadium on August 29, 2021. ( Nick West | The Talon News )

[Photo] Eagles Dominate Against Nolan Catholic

Sam Mykel, Editor
August 29, 2021
In person students capture their view of virtual students during the school year. (Nicholas West | The Talon News)

Some students had an extremely different year than normal by being online and having to make connections with their peers and teachers. (Laney Richardson I The Talon News)

Teachers were not able to connect to their students like they used to, due to being behind a screen and masks. (Laney Richardson I The Talon News)

A shopper adds towels to his cart as supplies quickly dwindle at a Target in Flower Mound, Texas on Feb. 20, 2021. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

Supply and Demand

Nicholas West, Co-Sports Editor
March 15, 2021
Amidst winter weather that has shut down Texas, shelves quickly empty at a Target in Flower Mound, Texas on Feb. 20, 2021. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

Common household supplies like toilet paper and towels are some of the first items to run out of stock during the severe snow storm at a Target in Flower Mound, Texas on Feb. 20, 2021. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

Dairy products quickly disappear as shoppers hurry to get the last remaining supplies at a Target in Flower Mound, Texas on Feb. 20, 2021. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

The boys basketball team secures another state title for the Eagles after winning the State Championship on March 13, at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

[Photo] Eagles Fly Over Falcons, Win State Championship

Sam Mykel, Co-Sports Editor
March 13, 2021
Julian Molina, the first adaptive BMX rider to compete against able-bodied riders in the X Games Real BMX, practices his skills at House Park in Austin, Texas on March 8, 2021. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

Sports Photo

Nicholas West, Co-Sports Editor
March 10, 2021
on Oct. 10, 2020, in Austin, Texas. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

Protesters gather in front of the state capitol building fighting for the rights of the Republic of Artsakh on Oct. 11, 2020, in Austin, Texas. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

General News Photo (ILPC)

Nicholas West, Co-Sports Editor
March 4, 2021
Zachery Tait performs his clarinet solo in the Argyle Marching Band's show titled "All Things Bright and Beautiful" on Nov. 18, 2020, in Celina, Texas. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

Entertainment Photo (ILPC)

Nicholas West, Co-Sports Editor
March 4, 2021
Armand Kohandani works on a Rolleiflex TLR surrounded by his craft at The Denton Camera Exchange in Denton, Texas on Oct. 7, 2020. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

Feature Photo (ILPC)

Nicholas West, Co-Sports Editor
March 4, 2021
Senior Slate McMellian jumps in an effort to dodge a Lampasas' player as he falls while intercepting the ball on Feb. 25, 2021, in Italy, Texas. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

Sports Action Photo (ILPC)

Nicholas West, Co-Sports Editor
March 4, 2021
After being down 2 points the UNT team heads out of the huddle after a timeout at The Super Pit in Denton, Texas, on Jan. 31, 2021. (Nicholas West / The Talon New)

UNT Men’s Basketball Perseveres Through Global Pandemic

Nicholas West, Co-Sports Editor
March 4, 2021
Senior Zach Stewart is named the Defensive MVP of the State Championship game against the Lindale Eagles at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on Dec. 18, 2020. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

[Photo] Eagles Soar Above Lindale, Win State Championship

Sam Mykel and Trinity Flaten
December 19, 2020
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