The Why Behind my Photography

What means the most to me is the simple things. Walks through my neighbourhood in Saskatoon, the smell of fresh coffee, gut-busting laughter, losing track of time talking with friends, sitting in stillness and quiet, drawing close, exploring the world with eyes wide open - just being alive. This is what I really want to capture because this is the real shit. This is what love and life really look like. It’s not posed, it’s not contrived.

I was lucky to stumble into the darkroom as a student and quickly fell in love with the slow and mindful nature of film photography. Much of my photographic style today is based on the early experiences I had with my second-hand film camera; this translates into a shooting style centred around the moment, with edits that get at real life instead of some digitally over-processed representation.

I’m an observer at heart. Documenting special moments in a way that is both truthful and infused with artistic intent is something that lights me up. When we take photos together, I strive to avoid predictable and cliche images. Let me lead you into a beautiful experience centred on laughter, having fun, and a sense of being at ease. Feel awkward in photos? Not a problem! I’m all about empowering couples to feel comfortable, safe, and as their true selves in front of the camera.

When I’m not connecting and making art with amazing humans you can find me at my computer designing websites; perhaps while sipping a latte and listening to indie music, or reminding my pet dog Obi, that he is indeed a gift to humankind.