PHILOSOPHY

I believe photography goes beyond the significant milestones of one’s life such as marriage and a baby’s first year.  We encounter so many moments each and every day and photographs honour these moments, making them everlasting. 

 As we get older, time just seems to move quicker and progressively faster – making it even more essential to preserve and document our story.  In a way, it slows things down a bit, allowing us to take it all in.  The memories now become permanent and tangible; we can remember, laugh, cry, and be grateful for the ones we love.

My one favourite photograph offers a glimpse into my childhood and a telltale sign of the adult I would become.  I’m two years old and I’m sitting in the centre, on top of the dining room table, fully engrossed with a spoon in hand, digging into a halved grapefruit.  I recall loving the surprise pink colour inside, the juiciness, and the best part, the tartness and pucker it would give me.  Each bite would bring so much delight.  I didn’t have a care in the world and I was so content.  Even though this happened many years ago, this photograph has given this memory lasting life.  It holds a special place in my heart and I have cherished and relived it over and over again.   And yes, I’ve become a very focused, food centric adult – I'm still blissfully savouring each and every bite I bring home from the farmers' market. 

 As a photographer, I create timeless pieces of art to preserve your moments.  I shoot to document your life, your story, for you to relive and cherish.  I aim to gain a connection with you and move with you as an observer.  I look at the different angles.  I look at the light – how it’s falling at that specific moment.  I look at the environment.  I pay attention to the details: a full embrace, a loving glance, the joy of running without holding anyone’s hand, the giggles, the funny faces, a favourite toy, and yes, the sweet little fingers and toes that grow too fast.  I take it all in while getting to know you.  These are the intangibles, the spontaneous moments we want to hold on to – they define who we are, show our personalities, and have us come to life, for our story to be retold.