My creative journey started when my dad gifted me a DSLR for Christmas my freshman year of high school. It was a Sony a300, and I instantly fell in love with hearing the sound of the shutter, running around capturing anything that caught my eye. Spending the bulk of my adolescence on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, I was surrounded by an endless amount of beauty to capture. When I relocated to Coastal California at the age of 19, I continued to keep my camera close. Whether it was my every day life, my travels, strangers, or the people that I loved, I still captured things that inspired me.
I never thought I’d get the chance to pursue photography as any more than a hobby, I just knew it made me happy, and that was good enough for me. Over time, as I struggled to pick a consistent professional pathway, I began pursuing freelance photo work on the side, just to dip my toes in. Eventually I realized that I was being given an opportunity that I knew I should embrace. So in 2019, I decided to make photography my main career focus.
My goal as a creative is to approach every project with a fresh perspective and a collaborative attitude with whomever I’m working with. When it comes to technique, I believe spontaneity is just as important as preparation, so my clients get a bit of both when they work with me. I’ve learned over the years that capturing the right moment is all about trust, timing, and vulnerability. I love utilizing natural light, vibrant colors, and highlighting unexpectedly beautiful moments in my work.
I am currently based in Southern California, available for travel and adventure worldwide.
Let’s make some magic!
