Ottawa Photographer
I am a third-generation photographer from Ottawa. My grandma had a dark room in her house in the Glebe and my dad worked in the 1970s as an assistant to renowned photographer, Malak Karsh.
+ Mixing Culture, Community & Mental Health Advocacy
My passion for photography took off in university as I traveled abroad and learnt about international relations. Shortly after my degree, I went on a cultural exchange with Canada World Youth between Quebec and Benin. It was a deeply inspiring and formative experience in my life, leading to a strong sense of community engagement.
I am also someone with lived mental health experiences that have had a profound impact on me and how I identify myself as an artist and photographer. I see my camera as an important wellness tool, giving me much meaning and purpose. It is a means of self-expression, where I get to interpret and highlight what is important to me, and, in many ways, provides a narrative of my inner psyche. At times I will even incorporate other artistic mediums, notably music and poetry.
Today I remain highly engaged as a photographer and mental health advocate. I have designed and delivered a therapeutic photography program. I keep connected with the community by regularly joining (and occasionally organizing) meetups to photograph Ottawa’s distinctive cultural sights. I also sell hand-made photo cards of our city, which can be found at art shows and select retail locations.
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The culmination of my photographic journey has led me to recently specialize in double and multiple exposures. Shot and merged entirely in camera, the process is deliberately slow (sometimes with many minutes lapsing between photos) and it forces me to be very intentional in how I compose the image. I love offering these kinds of pictures, whoever you might be and no matter what you define as important.
Of course, there will be times where regular photos are needed and I gladly incorporate these in my sessions as well. My goal is very similar with my single exposures: I look to have that perfect blend of subject and surrounding environment. These are pictures with context, taken with care and sensitivity, going that extra mile to create special memories for you.
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