My favorite style of photography would easily be ocean photography. It was the first thing that got my hooked on taking photos. There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes to capturing these moments in the ocean. You need a lot of elements to line up to capture these surreal images. I constantly study the sun direction, lighting, swell size, swell direction, tides, wind patterns because these elements play a role in how the images come out. But also it’s about being in the right place at the right time and being able to use my skills and knowledge to capture these once in a lifetime moments. I never truly know what I will see when I swim out in the ocean. It’s that surprise factor that keeps me coming back. Photography has taught me the significance of patience; to slow down when it comes to taking the photo at the right moment and understanding there will always be that chance of missing it. I've learned that the perfect shot may not happen right away; it may take hours, days, or even years, which continues to teach me the value of persistence and determination. The lessons I learn through taking photos I carry into my everyday life. The ocean has taught me quite quickly to be humble and respect its power, but to never limit myself as I find a new sense of comfortability. I have learned to take risks with the possibility of making mistakes, rather than remaining fearful and stuck within my limited comfort zone.