Born and raised in Lacey, Washington, as a "no sabo" kid in the 1990s, I was drawn to adventure novels set in the Pacific Northwest by Jack London, and magical realism by Isabel Allende. My love for stories inspired me to explore both written and visual mediums throughout my early academic years.

Beyond my work as a photojournalist — I write nonfiction essays and short stories that dabble in speculative fiction and magical realism. I’m currently pursuing a Master’s in Creative Writing and Literature and working on my first book.