My journey into photography began while I was stationed in Guam with the U.S. Air Force. Immersed in a place where diverse cultures and societies intersect, I found myself compelled to share my perspective of the world through a lens. During my service, I had the incredible opportunity to travel across Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines, Hong Kong, and Singapore. These experiences ignited a passion for capturing the beauty of unique cultures, which I initially documented to share with my friends and family back home in Kansas City.