I never thought that I would ever be a photographer in my lifetime. Like many others growing up, I was interested in becoming a police officer or firefighter one day. As you grow and change, so do your dreams. Instead of becoming a police officer, I entered into an amazing federal career that gave me my boot in the door opportunity for all things wild and outdoors that dovetails with my photography business. Now, I let my wanderlust and wild soul determine where I travel on my journey next. I am very much a person that enjoys road trips, weekend camping getaways, and don't fear getting a little muddy once in a while.

I got married to my dream partner of 20 years in September of 2022 and it was one of the best days of my life. Together we live with three cats and a dog. On the side when the both of us aren't busy with work, we are occupied with constructing our 40-foot Thomas school bus conversion, Wayseer. We fully expect that when our big adventure boat is finished to sail across wide expanses of land to see new sights and enjoy new experiences.

As someone who is neurodivergent, I am a visionary. I allow all of my senses to explore and experience, helping to create core memories in my lifetime. Different sensory experiences are part of my drive in not only photography, but life in general. As a result, I remain deeply connected with myself and the world around me, experiencing life in a whole new way. Developing that level of intrapersonal connection helps me to truly live authentically and practice unconditional love and kindness to everyone that I meet every day.

Nothing gets me more excited than talking about my "Why" in photography!

Because of my neurodivergence, it is critically important to me that I discover my "why" and motivations behind what drives me forward the most. Photography for me is akin to a spiritual practice. It could be considered a form of mindfulness meditation because you are aware of your surroundings, focusing on the here and now while taking pictures of your subject in the viewfinder. Rambling thoughts are silenced, stress seems to dissipate, and you melt into your environment rather than your emotions. Practice it long enough and eventually you develop a different way to look at life, like I have.

Discovering your "Why" in life is so important, and I am here to help! You learn a new skill or craft that you may not have known before. Why? You go to the beach and spend the day there. Why? You go to work and do your very best, and then come home to your family, pets, or friends. Why? The answer is never just "because" or "I have to make a paycheck". There are in depth and important reasons for the different actions and choices you make on a daily basis, most if not all of which speak true to your character and who you are.

My personal "why" in photography is to encourage, acknowledge, and support the people I serve. It is my mission and my purpose to provide people with beautiful photography of their most important moments, people, milestones, and achievements because it validates them as a person, and shows them how amazing and truly important their personal stories and the people that surround them are.

I surely hope I get the chance to meet and get to know you so that you too can be acknowledged, recognized, supported, loved, and provided for with my photography services, as well as getting to experience the beauty that you bring to the world.