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“Retired Army veteran, visual storyteller, and journalist exploring culture, community, and everyday life through film and photography.”

Retired Army veteran turned visual storyteller and journalist. Currently pursuing a Master’s in New Media Journalism, I cover the intersection of culture, entertainment, and community advocacy. My work explores the “hidden” city: the arts, restaurants, and nightlife, alongside critical issues like social justice and neighborhood displacement. With a background in photography, film, and book authorship, I bring a disciplined creative approach to every project. I am currently relaunching my Roku channel, Flame TV, with a goal of reaching 100+ subscribers by graduation as I transition into full-time media production and reporting.

A polished, dark slate camera case ajar to reveal carefully nested memory cards, coiled cables, lens cleaning cloths, and a precision color calibration chart in its foam-lined compartments. The case sits on a neutral-toned, clean hardwood floor adjacent to a streamlined studio backdrop. Overhead softbox lighting casts a gentle, even illumination across the scene, highlighting the orderliness and quality of the tools. The atmosphere is one of readiness and attention to detail, capturing the disciplined approach of a seasoned filmmaking professional. Taken from a low, close-up angle for maximum texture and detail, with a clean, balanced composition. The artistic direction reflects modern photographic minimalism with emphasis on clarity and structure.
Organized camera tools packed and ready for professional film and photo work.
A sophisticated arrangement of high-end camera equipment, including a matte-black full-frame DSLR, professional lens with textured rings, and a sleek carbon-fiber tripod. The gear is meticulously arranged on a clean, light-gray desk with smooth, uncluttered surfaces. Soft diffused natural daylight streams in from the left, creating gentle highlights on the metallic finishes and subtle shadows under the equipment. The mood is serene, focused, and intensely professional, evoking precision and reliability. Captured from a slightly elevated angle using centered composition and a sharp depth of field to keep every detail crisp. The artistic style is photographic realism with a modern, minimalist, and corporate feel, perfectly suited for a professional portfolio in photography and filmmaking.
Professional camera gear arranged for a clean, modern studio setup.
A sophisticated arrangement of high-end camera equipment, including a matte-black full-frame DSLR, professional lens with textured rings, and a sleek carbon-fiber tripod. The gear is meticulously arranged on a clean, light-gray desk with smooth, uncluttered surfaces. Soft diffused natural daylight streams in from the left, creating gentle highlights on the metallic finishes and subtle shadows under the equipment. The mood is serene, focused, and intensely professional, evoking precision and reliability. Captured from a slightly elevated angle using centered composition and a sharp depth of field to keep every detail crisp. The artistic style is photographic realism with a modern, minimalist, and corporate feel, perfectly suited for a professional portfolio in photography and filmmaking.
High-end camera and tripod prepared for a precise, detail-focused shoot.
A minimalist desktop workspace featuring a brushed-aluminum laptop with an open editing software interface visible, a slim graphics tablet, and a stack of craft-paper notebooks with a metallic pen laid precisely on top. The setting is a spacious studio with a smooth, concrete work table and a backdrop of frosted glass panels. Cool daylight filters through, creating soft highlights and faint reflective patterns on the workspace. The overall mood is organized, calm, and technically purposeful. Photographed head-on at eye level, utilizing the rule of thirds with clear spatial balance and a structured, corporate aesthetic. The style is clean, photographic, and modern, emphasizing professionalism and the creative process inherent to filmmaking and photography.
Minimalist editing workspace highlighting the creative film and photo process.

Travel, Shoot, Inspire

I am a veteran photographer who has worked in photography, filmmaking, teaching, and travel. My work emphasizes honesty, practical skills, and thoughtful storytelling. I collaborate with brands, educators, and creatives to deliver professional results and lasting impact.

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