I have been intrigued by the art of photography since I was a young girl. As I grew, I learned how to use that artistry to tell real stories. Both of my parents are photographers, so as a child, I was conditioned to see the world differently.

I realized my passion for photography at the age of five; I was watching my dad print in our home darkroom. Barely tall enough to see, I peered over the edge of the developing tray. As I watched in complete awe, the image began to surface in the floating paper.

Since then, photography has been my path, whether it be within the world of photojournalism or art photography. While working in both of these genres, I've driven myself to strike a delicate balance between the storytelling and journalism of photography and the art of the medium. That blend is what makes my work so unique and what continues to challenge me in my career and my life.