Star Wars is such an important part of my life that it deserved its own section. I wouldn’t be a photographer without it.

When I joined the 501st Legion in 2015 to give back to the world in charity, I also discovered photography and began taking it to events. I started covering the work we do with organizations like Make a Wish and Children’s Hospital, showing how a love for costumes and building them could impact people.

Eventually, it would be what took me to unit still photography and meeting Lynne Hale, my first mentor. Now, I still remain involved with the community, giving back through photography when I’m not on set.