I am a passionate photographer with a journey that has taken me from capturing memorable events and beautiful portraits to documenting pivotal moments in history. Graduating from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale in 2010 with a degree in photography, I embarked on a career in event and portrait photography, honing my skills behind the lens.
In 2016, I felt a shift towards photojournalism, drawn to covering major political and social events. This path led me to immerse myself in significant moments such as presidential elections and protests against police brutality, where I discovered the power of visual storytelling to effect change.
The trajectory of my career took a profound turn in 2018 when tragedy struck my community with the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas in Parkland, Florida. From that moment, I felt compelled to tell the story of resilience and activism that emerged. Connecting with student survivors who would later form the gun violence prevention organization, March for Our Lives, I joined their cause to advocate for common-sense gun laws.
As the official photographer for March for Our Lives, I embarked on a nationwide tour to document their tireless efforts to enact change. My images served as a visual narrative, amplifying their message and shedding light on their journey. They found their way into esteemed publications such as Time Magazine, The New Yorker, The New York Times, Vogue, and even the pages of books like "Glimmer of Hope," authored by the students themselves.
For me, this work was not just a profession but a calling—a chance to contribute to something larger than myself and make a meaningful impact. It was a journey that transformed not only my career but my perspective on the power of storytelling through photography.
Image by Noam Galai