My main goal when I graduated from college was to travel overseas. I had been overseas three times by that point, twice to Italy and once to Cape Town, South Africa--and I was in love. Even after living in six countries and traveling to all but one continent, I still love meeting new people, finding all the things we have in common, rising to daily challenges, exploring new places, discovering new parts of myself, and feeling a sense of wonder around my small part in this big, beautiful planet.
But to travel I need money, so I worked as a teacher, a farm hand and a designer for many years in different countries to pay my way before finally becoming a photographer. I always looked for jobs that allowed me to travel or were specific to travel, and I am always open to a new adventure arising when I least expect it.
As a photographer, I am a storyteller, so I get to be curious every day. I immerse myself in peoples' lives and learn all about them. I get to ask questions, to learn and listen, to really connect, and to let people feel special. This is very important to me. Some of the people I meet have very hard lives, so I am grateful that I can help them in some small way.
