your motivational photographer
making at least one person smile every day

I’m a New York & New Jersey Based People & Travel Photographer

I’m a human, who creates photos of other humans, and everything else in-between

Born in Germany, yet raised in “upstate” NY.
And nope, I don’t speak a lick of German.

Found my voice in photography

I’ve always had trouble voicing an opinion and lacked curiosity to ask questions. With a bit of photography and soul searching I was able to get out of my own head in order to find my purpose.

I’d love to share my process and possibly help in your journey as I continue on mine.

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Photography is so much more than simple imagery

They are moments
They are friendships
They are forever memories

Held close to the heart
Saved from drifting away

This is not a portfolio…

These are adventures
These are connections
These are my inspirations
These are our moments within time

Welcome…
Welcome to this adventure I call life

Will you join the journey?
Let’s connect! Click for a free consult

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Dior - Maison Kebou Event - NYC - Event Photography - Fashion Designer Collector Event - Saphira & Ventura Gallery NYC

Dior – Maison Kebou Paris Event – NYC

Shakily Shah's Serai Bookclub - Convenience Store Woman -Sayaka Murata - Sullaluna Wine Bar NYC - Event Photography - Bookclub Event - NYC Bookclubs

Shaily Shah’s Serai Bookclub – Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata – Sullaluna NYC

Mahima & Vineet Engagement Party – Unveiled NYC

Arrambam – April Tamil Meetup – The Whisper Room NYC

Rishi & Shubhi’s Engagement Party – Wandering Barman, Brooklyn NY

Megha & Sharan’s Wedding Celebration – Lokal JC

Revati – New York City Streets – Portrait Session

...the matrix is glitching...
wait for the final load

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there might be more!! hang tight :)

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