"Photography is the art of freezing time, capturing memories, and painting with light."
This photo represents the tranquility and beauty of Winona, Minnesota.
The place where I lived my last year of high school.
I added a "touch of magic" by adding the stars in the sky and thus turned an ordinary photo into an extraordinary one.
This image captures the precise moment when the player is deeply concentrated before taking a free throw. The composition is perfectly symmetrical, with the player positioned at the center of both the image and the court. The harmonious blend of colors further enhances the visual appeal, creating a captivating scene that reflects the intensity and focus of the athlete's preparation.
Taking photographs isn't just about capturing moments; it's about imbuing them with meaning. This spontaneous image was achieved by positioning myself at the precise angle for the sunrise to align perfectly with the spot where the racket would strike. It's a testament to the beauty of serendipity and the art of being in the right place at the right time, capturing a fleeting moment that encapsulates the harmony between nature and sport.
I've learned that to transform a common sports image into an epic photograph, it's essential to convey the perception that the game is worthy of a professional final, regardless of the venue's size, the number of spectators, or the teams' caliber. In the image, you must seek the ideal angle where our athlete appears formidable, showcasing the largest crowd possible, and most challenging of all, capturing it all during an exceptional play. It's about elevating the ordinary, finding beauty and intensity in every moment, and immortalizing the spirit of sportsmanship through the lens
This photo stands out as one of my most challenging endeavors to date. Captured through a long exposure technique, any slight movement, whether from me or my mom (the model), threatened to disrupt the desired outcome. With a shutter speed of 1/8, my aim was to freeze the model while capturing the motion of the passing truck.
What inspired me to create this image was contemplating the relative nature of time. For someone in a hurry to reach their destination, waiting at a bus station can feel like an eternity. This photo serves as a reminder of how our perception of time can vary depending on our circumstances and state of mind.
Meet Ana Betancourt, the first model I ever captured through my lens. In the editing process, I infused the images with a personal touch, unknowingly stumbling upon my unique style and crafting a visual narrative that is distinctly mine.
Working with Ana was not only a photographic experience but also a journey of self-discovery. Through her presence in front of the camera, I found inspiration to experiment, to push boundaries, and to embrace the artistic freedom of storytelling through imagery.
As I look back on those early moments, I realize that capturing Ana's essence marked the beginning of my photographic journey—a journey defined by creativity, authenticity, and the pursuit of my own visual language
Photographing the moon can be a daunting task, especially without the proper lens. To capture its beauty, I pushed the limits of my equipment by increasing the ISO to 6,400 and opening the aperture to 6.3—the maximum my gear could afford.
With the aid of post-processing, I enhanced the lighting to produce a compelling image that conveys the profound emotions the moon evokes within me. Despite the technical challenges, this photograph serves as a testament to the enduring allure and mesmerizing presence of our celestial companion.
