My journey into photography started almost seven years ago as a U.S. Air Force public affairs photographer. I had initially joined the Air Force as a Persian Farsi linguist but was eventually re-classed to public affairs and graduated from the Defense Information School (DINFOS) in still photography and received an A.A. in multimedia production. While attending DINFOS I was trained in portraits, event, ceremony, sports, and investigative photography.
Being re-classed became a blessing in disguise. As a photographer I was able to deploy to southern Afghanistan with a Naval Provincial Reconstruction Team where I was able to document engagements between U.S. Service members and the local Afghan government, including interactions with local residents and engagements between female service members and the local female population.
Shortly after returning from my deployment I was assigned the task of documenting the aftermath of the 2011 Minot Flood and was awarded MAJCOM 2011 photographer of the year.
I finished up my career in the Air Force at Beale AFB as an aerial imagery productionist. At Beale I had the honor of developing film in order to provide intelligence support to our troops overseas.
As a U.S. Air Force Photographer I have been able to provide photos for national and international media release.
I began shooting weddings over two years ago as a favor to a friend and fell in love with my camera all over again! Weddings have allowed me to use my journalistic training in a fun and artistic way. Since my first wedding I have provided photo support for weddings in Northern California and Nevada. Weddings I have done include Christian, Jewish, non-denominational and Islamic ceremonies.