World famous Australian photographer MAX PAM critiques Christina's work:
'Over a period of two years ..I have seen her create a meaningful, articulate and original body of photographs. Christina’s research production outcomes...has resulted in a body of work on mapping the sex workers of Manila. As well as being a first class example of photo-reportage that is authentically original the work is an indicator of great developing potential in her chosen discipline in photojournalism. Christina also demonstrates great applied skills in the area of studio/model work. Along with her considerable skill as a photographer I have found that both Christina’s work ethic and persona a pleasure to engage with. As such I have no hesitation in recommending her for whatever position she applies for.’


Panizza Allmark, Associate Editor, Journal of Media and Cultural Studies:
'...Ms Hermanstad has very sound narrative skills and is highly capable in providing a forum to allow her subjects a space to ‘tell their story’. Unlike other documentarians, Ms Hermanstad's approach attempts to be non-exploitative, she displays a genuine interest in her subjects and provides an engaging repoitoire. She has shown initiative in approaching her subjects as well as interacting in their particular environments. Her future work should utilise these skills and her strong ability to present work in a thought-provoking manner'.


AWARDS
2006 World Photography Competition, Dubai Summer Surprises, UAE
2005 Ossie Awards, Brisbane, Best Photojournalism in Australia and the Pacific
2005 Queer Stills Awards, Sydney 2. place (photography)
2005 Iris Awards, Perth (photography)
2002 Golden Key Student, Amongst the top 15 % of 12 000 students