Photography

II. Strategy & Expression

A formative moment came while documenting a newborn gorilla. For more than a week, I observed quietly as the family adjusted to my presence. The zoo needed a press image, but the infant remained shielded.

On the eighth or ninth day, the family aligned briefly in strong natural light. I captured the frame. Moments later, the mother approached the glass and held the infant in clear view. The image was not staged. It was given.

That approach extends beyond the zoo. While traveling in northern China during a severe winter cold snap, I photographed frost-covered trees at nearly minus thirty-five degrees Fahrenheit. The conditions were harsh, but the composition was simple. I took what the environment offered.

I do edit my work carefully. Post-production allows me to refine light, tone, and composition while preserving the integrity of the scene.

Whether photographing wildlife, schools, street scenes, or landscapes, I prefer moments that reveal themselves. I have documented learning in schools, but I do not publish images of students publicly out of respect for privacy.