A camera’s been basically glued to my hands since childhood. I didn’t fall in love with photography because of the technical stuff, but because of the way it can make someone light up when they see themselves. That’s what I want for you: to feel beautiful and confident in front of my lens.

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I’m inspired by the Arizona desert, vibrant colors, and people who love out loud.

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“Enjoy life, have as much fun as you can.”

A few Summers ago after I graduated high school I decided that I would make a special trip down to Palominas to visit my Great Uncle Lee. We grew up with Uncle Lee, the old hoot. If he could think of something to tease you about he would blurt it out before you could think […]

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