Artist Statement

            I take photos because the fact that I can capture a moment in time and make it last forever means so much to me. Growing up, my parents were always taking pictures of me whenever we went on vacation or even walked the dog. I picked up a camera early into my childhood and knew I would absolutely love doing the same. Now, I take my camera out whether I go on a trip to the South Pacific, or on a walk to the East Village.

            Portrait photography stands out to me, and I find that whenever I walk around the streets of New York City, I always find an intriguing figure to shoot. I also love travelling, so shooting landscape is my favorite. To capture a significant place that has been around for billions of years, and will be around for many more, gives me a personal touch to my surroundings.

            I admire photographers who shoot raw and real scenarios. I look up to photojournalists because they sacrifice time into travelling and staying awake no matter what time an event is happening. They take time in capturing “the” shot that’ll be published in tons of magazines and newspapers worldwide, and even risk their lives for the shot in some cases.

            I want to showcase the beauty of life in my work, whether it’s from random faces on the street, to those I’ve known my whole life. Whether it’s a trip to a beautiful destination or my backyard, I want to show it to the public eye, and most importantly, be able to keep my memory of it forever. Photography, in a way, reminds me how wonderful people and places can be, and keeps me always wanting to explore more of the world.