Riya Kolappa (9) is a photographer for The Perennial. This is her first year on the staff and she has really enjoyed trying something new, as she has never done something like this before. This year, Riya is excited to learn the best techniques for taking photos and how to improve her photography skills. Riya is also looking forward to forming new connections with her pinewood community through taking portraits. In her free time, Riya enjoys playing with her dog, going to cheer competitions, spending time with family, and going out with friends.