Staying Curious and Creating Connections: A Quick Skip To New Orleans

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.