I can’t point to a single moment when photography became important to me. It developed gradually, starting with taking family photos and realizing that I wanted a camera with me more often than not.

Early on, I found myself wondering why the photographs I made didn’t always match what I thought I saw. That curiosity stayed with me and became the foundation of how I approach photography — paying attention, slowing down, and continuing to learn through experience.

Much of my work centers on landscapes and time spent outdoors. I tend to spend time in places where I can slow down and pay attention to what’s happening in front of me. Living in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California has given me the opportunity to explore a wide range of environments, and that variety continues to shape how I see and photograph the land.