I believe every woman is a woman of strength with a uniquely beautiful love story to tell. What is yours?

As a Bay Area native who grew up in a large Mexican American family, I was surrounded by love, celebration, and cameras.

When you were a kid, did you ever have a grandfather snapping photos or an uncle recording home videos at family parties? Because I sure did! At that time, my older brother and I would pick up their cameras, be silly, and play.

Fast forward 20 years, I graduated from the University of San Francisco with a degree in Media Studies, volunteered an ocean away from my family, and learned we make a life by what we give.

"We are worthy of being in spaces where we are loved, and we can help others feel the same way." - MHN

When I pause to take a photo, with a thoughtful approach, it is because I am showing gratitude for witnessing the beauty before me. Your beauty - that inner light that radiates love, compassion, and kindness - is worthy of being seen, felt, and remembered. I can help with that!

When I’m not behind the camera or exploring the world, you can find me hiking, learning how to play the ukulele, roller skating, relaxing with yoga, or pouring my heart into my niece and nephew. I enjoy meeting new people, deeply value experiences over things, serve the local and global community, and have mentors who encourage me to share the gift of creativity.

Till we get our chance to meet, shine on!