In this vast landscape of desert sand and rock, the presence of the Joshua Trees, gangly yet unyielding, is a shock to behold — Earlier this week, I traveled Los Angeles, California. Here now is the highlight of my SoCal journey — a day in Joshua Tree National Park, famed for its unique geology, serene sunsets, and gangly Joshua Trees. While primitive and desolate on the surface, upon a closer look, this desert landscape…

A family trip to the cultural hub of Southern California to celebrate the bonds between us and usher in compassionate new beginnings. — For the past three years, I’ve been living in the New England area, save for a few ventures out west. This was a rocky but important time for me, in which I pushed my comfort zones through solo travel, found and lost a romantic partner, questioned my professional trajectory, continued…

A family trip continues to the Hilo and Kona regions of Big Island, where we traverse the face of an active volcano and tour an old-school coffee farm — Earlier this week we revisited my memories of O’ahu and the beaches of Big Island, shared through two photoblogs. Today, we move onwards to Hilo, the land of Hawaii’s famed Volcanoes National Park. Major credits again to my mother, the most passionate amateur traveler and photographer I know — this…

A family trip to Hawaii over winter break continues on Big Island, home to white sands, black sands, green sands, and long open roads. —

A family trip to Hawaii over winter break begins on the island of O’ahu, home to Honolulu and countless activities amongst natural landscapes. Come along✌️

Stories from MAX light rail and along the Willamette River, told through people-watching, friendly locals, and photography — Along the lazy Willamette River in downtown Portland is where I’d spend my evenings decompressing, and observing the passing locals, after-work traffic, and golden light of the sun as it fades to pinks, purples, and evening blue. I also loved navigating the city via the MAX (light rail system), which…

Seeking peace and freedom in Portland’s botanical sanctuaries — The natural beauty, mystery, and biodiversity of Portland, Oregon are among the many reasons that keep me coming back. Below are some experiences that I want to revisit in personal photography and writing with you! The Grotto, Madison South District Perched atop Rocky Butte, a Northeast Portland cliff, The Grotto…