I picked up a camera for the first time in September 2024, to take photos of the birds I saw on my walks. I picked up my first job in April 2025 and haven’t looked back. I still have a lot to learn, always will in something like this, but wouldn’t trade this ride for anything.

A butterfly with orange and brown wings perched on a wheat stalk in a wheat field.
Group of people dancing outdoors at a festival or event, smiling and enjoying themselves with a background of green trees.
Four adults practicing yoga outdoors on grass, sitting in a snake pose with upward gaze, in a park with trees and tents in the background.
Women participating in outdoor prayer or meditation, with one woman in the foreground with hands clasped and eyes closed, surrounded by others also with hands clasped, on a cloudy day in a green park.
People are dancing and socializing outdoors under a canopy of trees.
Group of people participating in an outdoor yoga or meditation class, sitting on mats with some standing nearby, under a tent or canopy, with greenery in the background, and smiling or focused expressions.
A woman with long brown hair, glasses, and a black shirt smiling while sitting in a chair at an outdoor event.
Group of women outdoors, smiling and dancing together, with green trees in the background.
A man with tattoos on his arms, wearing a black cap and headphones, is pointing both index fingers toward the camera, smiling slightly. The background suggests an indoor setting with framed pictures and a kitchen counter.
Group of people holding hands and participating in an outdoor team-building activity in a grassy area with trees in the background
People gathered outdoors at a festival or event with tents and trees in the background, some engaging in activities, and a woman with curly hair and a brown hat smiling in the foreground.
Group of women meditating with hands on their chest in an outdoor yoga or meditation session.
A man with tattoos on his arms, smiling with his arms outstretched, standing indoors with a bright red light behind his head, in a room with tiled walls and shelves with boxes and supplies.
A group of people dancing outdoors in a park during the daytime with trees in the background.
A group of people dancing outdoors under a canopy, with one man smiling and raising his arms while being held by two others in a dance circle.
Women participating in a group dance or exercise class under a yellow canopy, with trees in the background.
Two women smiling and talking at a social gathering outdoors under a canopy with other people in the background.
People dancing and holding hands under a tent at an outdoor event, with a woman with curly hair smiling at a man.
Women participating in an outdoor yoga class, raising their arms, with participants in the background, greenery, and a pink banner.
Two women smiling and shaking hands outdoors at a gathering, with other people and tents visible in the background.
Women participating in an outdoor yoga or meditation event in a park, some with their eyes closed and arms raised.
People participating in an outdoor yoga or fitness class, raising their arms and smiling, with a pink banner in the background.
Woman with colorful glasses smiling and pointing a remote at a toy or object in her hand, outdoors with people in the background.
Two musicians playing trumpets on stage under green and purple lights at a nighttime concert.
A woman dressed as a ringmaster with a red costume and black hat, smiling and waving at a carnival or parade event.
A group of people gathered outdoors, with an elderly woman with long blonde hair and a man with short hair and a beard in the center. The woman is smiling, and the scene is lit by warm sunlight.
Two men smiling and posing together in a warmly lit indoor setting, with one man wearing a cap and the other a light-colored cap, surrounded by colorful interior decor.
A person in a pink cap and beige jacket is eating a large burger at an outdoor event, surrounded by people in casual clothing, some sitting at picnic tables and others in line or walking around.
Woman sitting outdoors holding a glass, wearing a gray sleeveless top and denim shorts on a sunny day.
People lined up at a buffet table outdoors, serving themselves food during a social event.
A woman with curly brown hair wearing a yellow dress, talking on the phone, sitting in a wicker chair with a green plant nearby.
Group of people participating in outdoor fun run or walk in a grassy field with trees in the background, some women wearing sunglasses and smiling.
A woman lifting a barbell overhead at a gym, surrounded by people and fitness equipment, with a man holding a clipboard nearby.
Young woman lifting a barbell at a gym with a man standing behind her.
A small brown dog with shiny eyes, looking over someone's arm while being held close.
A man with glasses and a watch in a black shirt is shouting or cheering at a fitness event, with a group of women standing behind a red velvet rope barrier in a gym or fitness space.
A woman at a gym, doing a deadlift with a man helping her, surrounds by a crowd of people clapping and smiling, with gym equipment and banners in the background.
A woman lifting a heavy black medicine ball during a workout at a gym, with onlookers in the background.
Man smiling and making peace and rock on hand gestures at an outdoor event with a crowd in the background.
Two people at a music festival making rock signs and sticking out their tongues, standing close to each other with a crowd and trees in the background.
A group of friends outdoors, laughing and smiling, with a woman wearing sunglasses and holding a drink, and a man with curly hair pointing at the camera, surrounded by trees.
Four people wearing orange safety vests, smiling and celebrating outdoors near a metal fence.
A young man and woman smiling and hugging outdoors, with trees and branches in the background. The man is wearing a white T-shirt with 'The North Face' logo and a black baseball cap worn backward. The woman has red hair, gray earmuffs, and a blue sca
Crowd of people at an outdoor music festival dancing and socializing under trees.
Group of young people at an outdoor concert, some dancing and smiling, surrounded by trees.
People enjoying themselves at a concert or party, with a female in the center holding a drink, smiling with closed eyes, surrounded by others, some holding drinks, with colorful lights in the background.
Group of women practicing yoga outdoors on grass in a park, some with eyes closed, wearing athletic clothing, with green trees in the background.
People participating in a tug of war game outdoors with a green forest background.
A group of people participating in an outdoor yoga class in a park, with a woman smiling and clapping in the foreground.
Man performing a squat lift at a gym, wearing a black T-shirt with 'BORN WEIGHTLIFTING' logo, surrounded by onlookers.
Close-up of a happy, brown, fluffy dog with floppy ears on a leash at an outdoor location.
A woman in a black sports bra and black shorts is performing a weightlifting exercise at a gym, lifting a barbell overhead with a facial expression of effort.
A woman in a purple sports top participating in a fitness class, sweating and looking intense, with a group of people in the background.
A shirtless man with a bald head and beard standing in a gym with a focused expression, surrounded by other people and gym equipment.
A woman with blonde hair and earrings, wearing a striped shirt, sitting on stone steps next to green ivy, smiling and looking to her right.
A woman with curly brown hair smiling while working at a desk, using a silver laptop and holding a pen.
A woman with curly brown hair, wearing a black sleeveless top, sitting at a desk with a silver laptop, smiling. On the desk, there are sunglasses, a lined notebook, a mug, and a smartphone on a stand. The background features wall art and a framed cer
Waffle with powdered sugar, caramel sauce, and rose petals on a pink plate, with a cup of ice cream and sandwiches in the background.
Close-up of a pink, textured glass with ice cubes, a raspberry, dried rose petals, and a pink striped straw in a soft pink background.
Group of people at an outdoor event, four people in foreground wearing sunglasses, one woman holding a beer, colorful flags and a blue sky in the background.