Documenting stories of people and the world around them.

Travel, arts & culture photojournalist based in Colorado, U.S.A.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Using a Photography Studio Lighting Kit Effectively
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Using a Photography Studio Lighting Kit Effectively
How To, step by step guide, photographer tips, photography tips, portrait photography

Are you a budding photographer wanting to get into studio lighting? Look no further than this step-by-step guide on effectively using a lighting kit by yours truly.

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2023: A Year in Review
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2023: A Year in Review
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Reviewing my year by looking back at momentous occasions in 2023.

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(My) Happiest Place on Earth
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(My) Happiest Place on Earth
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I spent a summer weekend in southern Texas at Sam Rayburn Reservoir, where my grandparents own a lake house. I’ve been coming to this place since I was very young, and I decided to document what could be one of my final weekends here with my family.

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Follow my Journey @samn.visuals

I had the genuine pleasure of photographing and learning about @daraweyna , multidisciplinary artist, in her creative space! A huge thank you to @jillpmottphotography for connecting us! 🔗 read the @moafortcollins feature linked in my bio! 📸 visual
happy senior sunday and good luck on finals this week, rams!! 🎓🐏 book your senior portrait session TODAY via the link in my bio!! NOW BOOKING SUMMER 2024 . . . . . 🏷️ photo dump, photographer, lifestyle photographer, photojournalist, lifestyle
we love a supportive boyfriend!! 🎓🫶 Let’s book your senior session today!! To learn more or book, visit my portfolio via the link in my bio!! . . . . . 🏷️ photo dump, photographer, lifestyle photographer, photojournalist, lifestyle photog
senior sunday with @nicole.outdoors 😍 Let’s book your senior session TODAY!! To learn more or book, visit the link in my bio!! . . . . . 🏷️ photo dump, photographer, lifestyle photographer, photojournalist, lifestyle photography, travel jo
counting down the days until graduation… book your senior portrait session TODAY via the link in my bio!! . . . . . 🏷️ photo dump, photographer, lifestyle photographer, photojournalist, lifestyle photography, travel journalism, sustainabilit
it’s GRAD SEASON! 🎓🎉 Let’s book your senior session today!! To learn more or book, visit my portfolio via the link in my bio!! . . . . . 🏷️ photo dump, photographer, lifestyle photographer, photojournalist, lifestyle photography, tra
trying something new! 🌞 . . . . . 🏷️ photo dump, photographer, lifestyle photographer, photojournalist, lifestyle photography, travel journalism, sustainability, environmental photographer, travel photographer, travel tips, travel guide, travel ins
In honor of @csumbasketball facing off against @texasmbb in first rounds of the NCAA, here’s some photos from the CSU v. wyoming border war! GOOD LUCK RAMS!!🤞🐏🏀 Photographed for @csucollegian #Stalwart x #CSURams . . . . . 🏷️ photo dum
This first photo is probably one of my favorite photos I’ve ever taken! The joy and excitement on these kids’ faces is contagious! Moby Arena hosted a crowd of over 6,000 elementary student as a part of Colorado State University’s
The Colorado State University Office of International Programs hosted the 69th annual World Unity Fair in the Lory Student Center Ballroom from 5-9 p.m. on Feb. 17. There were 27 CSU clubs and 50 countries represented. 21 of the booths prepared foo
it’s been a minute since i took photos for fun (and edited them w my presets). but it’s so, so important!! . . . . . photo dump, photographer, lifestyle photographer, photojournalist, lifestyle photography, travel journalism, sustainabil
The “Butterfly House,” located at Spring Creek Gardens in Fort Collins is a USDA facility that houses 22 species of North American butterflies. Visitors pay a small fee to enter the greenhouse and get close and personal with the butterfli