“When I’m taking photos, I find that there are many important considerations to keep in mind. For example, when it comes to portraits, I’ve come to realize that I can’t just take a picture of someone without establishing some sort of connection with them first. It’s important to me that the person I’m photographing doesn’t just stare blankly at the camera, but instead that we both engage in the process and discover something new together. Through photography, we have the opportunity to reveal new aspects of ourselves and get to know each other better.”