my story.

Born and raised in Escondido, California, I grew up surrounded by the creative spirit of my family's flower shop, where the motto each and every day is that we must always "bloom and grow."

I spent about 3 years living and volunteering at an orphanage in Bosnia-Herzegovina. It was during that time that I found myself in the midst of unique stories as I came to know the wise individuals behind those journeys. Their wisdom, when paired with my growing appreciation for the power of the image, inspired me to pursue a career in digital media and film production.

I obtained my Master of Fine Arts in TV and Film Production from the University of Southern California, and I am driven to capture stories through both photography and filmmaking.

I bring my passions together, by bringing arts, media, and creativity together, working with organizations that center on youth, arts education and economic mobility.

My favorite time of the year is when I get to sync up with other film educators to teach at Wandering Film School every year in Bosnia-Herzegovina, a region of the world that has remained close to my heart. I seek to instill in young people the importance of telling their stories, while providing them the skills necessary to create digital content. I hope to inspire those who belong to the next generation of storytellers by constantly reminding them that within their stories they will find their greatest treasure.