Photography’s been my passion since I was a kid, starting with any camera I could grab. Polaroids, film cameras – you name it! College dorms even saw a darkroom in my bathroom (remember the smell of developing film?). My goal has always been to capture emotions and feelings – those fleeting moments that become cherished memories.
I’ve been mentored by some of the best photographers in the world, including Mick Rock, who taught me to ‘focus on the energy; everything else is secondary.’ Asa Mathat, who pushes me to ‘experiment and discover from mistakes, make more mistakes!’ and Doug Menuez, who enlightened me to always ‘consider the composition.’ I’m very lucky to have these photography geniuses in my world, and am always grateful to be inspired by their work.
As a musician myself, I bring a unique perspective to capturing artists on stage, focusing on what makes their performances special. In portraits, collaboration is key – It’s rare that I do the same shots twice but instead work with the subject to uncover more about who they are and the emotions they want to convey. It’s a collaborative process every time.
Beyond the stage and the studio, the world is my canvas. Whether it’s capturing the breathtaking beauty of a new landscape or the quiet moments during travel, my personal projects allow me to explore and tell stories through my lens. This constant exploration fuels my creativity and keeps my vision fresh for all my photographic endeavors.
This approach ensures that every project, big or small, is infused with a unique perspective and a passion for capturing the essence of a moment.
