My personal philosophy with editorial and advertising photography: telling stories, capturing energy, and collaborating to create visual narratives that stop you in your tracks. 

My recent photoshoot for the March/April 2025 issue of Austin Woman Magazine, featuring the extraordinary Nicole Trunfio, was a perfect embodiment of this idea.

The Art of Collaborative Storytelling

Working with a multifaceted talent like Nicole Trunfio requires more than technical skill—it demands a deep commitment to understanding and representing her identity as a model, entrepreneur, and mother. From our initial team conversations to the final shutter click, everything was an intentional step towards creating imagery that visually represents her journey.

Collaborative Vision

My approach to photography is fundamentally collaborative. Before we even stepped onto the set, I invested time in:

• Understanding Nicole’s personal brand and aesthetic
• Working with the Austin Woman editorial team to discuss the vision for the photoshoot
• Aligning our creative perspectives to ensure authenticity

This pre-shoot dialogue is crucial since this step transforms a standard photoshoot into a purposeful visual dialogue, where every image is a narrative on its own.

Meticulous Composition

Detail is where I like to dance. During the Austin Woman Magazine shoot, nothing was left to chance

• Each pose was purposefully selected
• Lighting was strategically arranged
• Styling element was thoughtfully integrated

We weren’t just hitting the shutter button hoping for the best; we were constructing visual experiences that would hook and inspire the magazine’s readers.

The Power of a Stellar Team

Every exception photoshoot happens far from isolation. I’m incredibly fortunate to collaborate with industry-leading professionals who elevate every project. I am so grateful to work with the Austin Woman editorial team, Nicole’s team, Liz Wendler (Styling), and Perla Rodriguez (Hair & Makeup): 

Beyond Photography: Creating Meaningful Experiences

For me, photography is a beautiful combination of technical execution and personal photography style to capturing the spirit of a moment, translating energy into visual representations of words, and creating images that are felt and remembered.

Whether I’m working with high-end brands, editorial platforms, or individual creatives, my commitment remains the same: to deliver work that is meaningful, striking, and layered in creativity.

Your Vision, Elevated

Are you ready to transform your creative vision into powerful visual stories? My process is straightforward and heartfelt:

1. Book a clarity call

2. Let your imagination reach no limit to hone in on your unique narrative

3. Create imagery that exceeds expectations

The only way to begin our creative journey is through my clarity call link. Together, we’ll craft visuals where imagination knows no bounds.

Connect with me here: [ Clarity Connection Call Link ]

The Universe hands you exactly what you need, when you need it. 

As a spectator watching the Krew of Chewbacchus, I was swimming in the magic of community while my photographer self wanted to capture it all. Marigny was alive with hugs while DIY-ed throws were being shared by the parade members to the crowd. The energy was high and the voices even louder with cheers and encouragement. My eyes and shutter button were ready.

Then she appeared. A fellow Asian lady in the Wonder Woman krewe, who saw me. She reached out and gently pressed this pin into my hand, holding my fingers just a moment longer than I expected.

I almost cried. The pin had a butterfly clutch / protective pin back, so not from that. 

But from the sweetest gesture and the reminder.

We get stuck in our heads about things that we can’t do and how there’s just “not enough.” Not enough time. Not enough skills. Not enough height. Not enough impact.

But what if we flipped the script playing like a broken record in our heads? What if we focused on our superpowers: creative strategy, curiosity, finding those silver linings?

For 2025, I’m focusing on feeling right over “looking” right. I’m going to continue creating space where people can be seen and heard. And I’m going to focus on doing big, spectacular things with people who want to shed that scarcity and anxiety mindset.

If you resonate with this, let’s chat. I’m a phone call away: filling this form is the best way to get ahold of me!

This year, I’m intentionally using travel as a source of inspiration. My friend and I headed to New Orleans and I decided to stay open to whatever may come my way. This was the same feeling I carried during planning this trip and sure enough as we got closer to looking at what kind of Mardi Gras festivities would meet us, we fatefully were able to catch the Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus.

The Art of Storytelling Through Preparation:

As I packed my travel bag—a journal, a compact book, my lightest camera, and my trusty bluetooth keyboard connected to my iPad—I was already preparing to catch every ounce of inspiration through visuals and words. My goal was to find energy and light, and follow it. My intuition and practice in photography has led me to sense smaller moments that make the biggest impact. I certainly wanted to lean into connection since community is synonymous with New Orleans.

What My Intuition and Eye Is Drawn To:

- Light: the literal sense as well as the feeling when two friends greet each other warmly. Or in the parade sense, run to each other with open arms in full costume

- Frames and perspectives: when there’s a shape, I peer through. Standing at a proud 5 foot and three quarters, I’ve been trying to find places where I can view what’s in front of me when there are taller people and objects in front. I use this lifelong practice to my advantage when I photograph

- Costumed connections: Faces glowing with joy with krewes in costumes that tell stories of imagination and belonging

Why Hire Me As Your Next Traveling Photographer?

Through my lens, I bring stories to life with vivid travel photography and authentic lifestyle moments that resonate with your viewers. From creative editorial assignments to destination campaigns, I photograph and create narratives that capture the energy and story you want associated with your brand.

I’m based in Austin, Texas, but my passport and suitcase is always ready—I partner with agencies, publications, and brands who believe in putting storytelling in the spotlight. 

An Invitation to See Differently By Creating Together

To the creatives, the dreamers, the community builders—I’m calling to you. Whether you’re in Austin, New Orleans, or anywhere you call home, let’s work together to create something that goes beyond our differences and distance. 

Because in the end, we’re all part of the same parade.

Ready to transform your story into visual magic? Let’s connect.