I picked up my first camera when I was in elementary school, and I can remember every single camera since! Once I reached high school, I upgraded from point-and-shoots and Polaroids to my first Canon SLR. I started learning the art of the darkroom and Photoshop in high school, and continued to learn that and so much more while working at the Nassiff Camera Shop and Studio, a local shop owned by an absolutely wonderful family who taught me so much real world knowledge about photography, cameras, portraits, and the incredible community amongst small businesses. I went on to graduate from the University of Hartford, Hartford Art School with a double major in fire art photography and ceramics and started my own photography business not long after. I love learning, and in this field, there are always fun new tools and techniques! I love to continue my education by attending classes, seminars, and conferences. I'm always excited to meet and talk with other photographers and check out the newest tools and techniques in out field!