I have the best job in the world.
Before I was a photographer, I was a molecular biologist. I loved being in the lab because I enjoyed the logic involved in designing experiments. When I took the leap from being a biologist to attending photography school, I was happy to learn that being a photographer is much like being a scientist! I get to indulge my technical side (by learning about cameras and gadgets) and do experiments (with light, poses, and everything else!), all while creating fun images with amazing people.
I specialize in photojournalistic wedding photography with a hint of creative portraiture. I also enjoy photographing the performing arts – anything from headshots to promo pieces to live performance. When I find that rare bit of free time, I like to focus on my personal work. In my latest project, Adult Children, I took “portraits” of my childhood toys that highlighted their imperfections. At first glance the portraits are a nostalgic look at the happiness of being a kid, but upon further examination the scratches and wear are a reminder of the reality of growing up. I am hoping to make a book with these images later this year!
I have a studio in Waltham, MA and am available for travel throughout the US (I miss living in NYC and would love to shoot some weddings there!) and to distant galaxies.
I attended the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University where I completed a professional photography program. I then worked there as a Teaching Assistant for two amazing classes of part-time photo students. I currently teach a photography elective at a middle school in Cambridge, MA, and am constantly impressed and amazed by the work that the students produce.
When I’m not being a photographer or teacher, I play piano and dream about writing a musical one day. I watch too many movies, wish I had more time to read books and graphic novels, and spend a great deal of time thinking about robots and/or zombies.
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