Though I show you proof that I can capture beautiful images; I also want to let you into what I deem is the most important part of my art: my ability to politicize my work to create powerful visual stories that challenge thoughts, connect people, and spark conversation.

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Since entering the workforce, I concluded that my dream job is not at a desk; it is one that allows me to collaborate with others in various settings. My dream job is a lifetime journey of telling visual stories that raise conversations about prominent global issues in a creative way. In its simplest terms: I want to capture life in its purest form. 

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In the winter of 2017, I started my visual arts career at CAN TV, a local nonprofit public access television network, I taught local Chicagoans how to effectively communicate their stories and how to use the tools in our studio to effectively broadcast their mission across our network and other social platforms. After 2 years at CAN TV I had mastered every possible task and my managers became complacent with the current community outreach efforts; challenges came to a halt for me. I wanted to gain more technical skills and use them in a tactical way to tell stories and reach people. I complained about my job, so I made an exit plan and moved on to get my Masters in cinematography.