In this series, I explore the interplay between reflection, perception, and constructed space through the use of framed mirrors. The mirrors serve as both objects and portals—challenging the boundary between tangible reality and illusion. The ornate wooden frames, adorned with hand-painted tiles, evoke a sense of tradition and craftsmanship, juxtaposed with the ever-changing images captured within their surfaces.
Through careful positioning, I allow the mirrors to frame elements of the natural and built environment. The sky, architecture, and surrounding landscapes become momentary compositions, shifting with the viewer’s position and perspective.

Parking garages at night are liminal spaces—meant for movement, yet disturbingly still. This series captures the unease of these empty structures, where flickering lights cast long shadows, and every dark corner suggests something unseen. The hum of distant traffic is muffled, footsteps echo, and the absence of people feels less like solitude and more like a warning.
Artificial light becomes both a guide and a trap, illuminating sections while leaving others in deep, impenetrable darkness. The glare of streetlamps, lens flares, and harsh fluorescents distort perception, creating a disorienting and almost cinematic sense of tension. These are spaces designed for brief, functional visits—yet at night, they take on an entirely different presence, one that hints at vulnerability, at something lurking just beyond the frame.
Through these images, I invite the viewer to enter that unease and experience the parking garage as more than just a structure but a psychological space that feels unsettlingly empty yet never quite abandoned.

This series is all about capturing the funny, curious, and sometimes surreal ways animals interact with their reflections. In this shot, it almost looks like there are two dogs—one on each side of the glass—sharing a moment together. The mirror creates an illusion of a second dog, blurring the line between reality and reflection. Up close, you can see the little details that make the scene even more interesting—like the texture of the fur, the nose pressed against the glass, and the slight distortion from the reflection itself. Warm, natural lighting keeps the image feeling intimate and playful, highlighting the textures of both the dog and the glass.
Beyond just being a fun visual, this series explores perception and recognition. Does the dog think it’s meeting a friend, or does it know it’s seeing itself? The illusion of two dogs in this moment adds to the mystery—making us question how we process reflections ourselves. By capturing these playful interactions, I want to highlight the small but fascinating moments that happen when animals and mirrors come together, turning an everyday scene into something a little more magical.

This series plays with perspective and illusion, making everyday moments feel a little surreal. By using mirrors, the photos create the effect of looking down into a portal, as if reality has cracked open to reveal another world just beneath the surface. In this shot, my aunt, uncle, and their dog appear to be peering into a hole in the ground, their faces curious and amused. The ornate frame adds to the illusion, making the reflection feel more like a window to another dimension rather than just a mirror. The warm tones and natural lighting help keep the image grounded, even as it plays with the idea of shifting perspectives.
Beyond just being a cool visual trick, this series explores how easily our perception of reality can be changed. A simple mirror transforms an ordinary moment into something unexpected, making you question what’s real and what’s just a trick of the eye. By capturing people and animals interacting with these "portals," I want to create images that spark curiosity and make viewers look twice—because sometimes, reality isn’t as straightforward as it seems.

This series plays with reflections, perception, and how things change when you see them from a different angle. Using mirrors, I want to create images that feel almost like optical illusions, with repeating patterns and unexpected depth. This shot, for example, uses an infinite mirror effect to make it look like Megatron is staring at endless versions of himself. The metallic surfaces and cool tones make the image feel futuristic and a little eerie, as if the figure is lost in its own reflection.
Beyond just looking cool, these images explore ideas of identity and self-confrontation. A character like Megatron, who’s all about power and control, suddenly looks small when he’s faced with endless versions of himself. It raises questions about how we see ourselves—do we focus on just one version, or do we get lost in all the possibilities? By using mirrors and reflections, I want to create a series that blends sci-fi aesthetics with deeper themes of self-perception and reality.

This photographic series presents Starscream, a character known for his ambition, power struggles, and conflicted loyalty, within urban environments. The images emphasize his striking red, blue, and silver color palette against dynamic backdrops, exploring his commanding presence through bold compositions. By positioning Starscream in various settings—ranging from brightly lit urban landscapes to dramatic nightscapes—the series visually interprets his dual nature as both a formidable warrior and an opportunistic schemer. The use of angles, lighting, and scale enhances the perception of dominance, tension, and grandeur, reflecting the character’s ever-present desire for leadership. Through this exploration, the series not only celebrates Starscream’s visual and narrative complexity but also invites viewers to consider broader themes of ambition, identity, and the quest for power.

Formal Properties
This photograph presents a panoramic rooftop perspective of an urban environment, framed by the distant silhouette of mountains. The composition is layered, with a large flat rooftop in the foreground, an expansive roadway slicing through the middle, and various buildings receding into the background. The vast, open sky enhances the sense of scale and contrast, emphasizing the spatial relationships between the built environment and the surrounding landscape. The image predominantly features warm earth tones, with shades of brown, beige, and red reflecting the arid climate. The cool blue of the sky introduces a subtle yet striking contrast, reinforcing the sense of openness and vastness in the scene. Horizontal lines dominate the composition, reinforcing a sense of structure while also creating a visual division between the city and nature.
Conceptual Intentions
This photograph explores themes of isolation, perspective, and the coexistence of urban development with the natural world. The expansive rooftop in the foreground acts as a visual boundary, separating the viewer from the street below and evoking a sense of detachment. The road, though suggestive of movement and connectivity, appears empty, underscoring themes of solitude and urban stillness. The distant mountains serve as a subtle reminder of the natural environment beyond the city, prompting reflection on the balance between expansion and preservation. By emphasizing elevation and spatial separation, the image encourages viewers to consider how urban landscapes shape their perception of space and how built environments can simultaneously connect and distance people from their surroundings.

Formal Properties
This photograph showcases an outdoor space where contemporary design meets the natural desert environment. The composition features sculptural metal chairs, a paved walkway, and desert landscaping, juxtaposing the sleek glass facade of a theater with the organic, irregular forms of the surrounding trees. The warm earth tones of the red brick and muted browns seamlessly blend into the arid landscape, while the bright blue-green metal seating installations create a striking focal point. Natural lighting plays a key role in highlighting textures, as shadows cast by the trees and structures introduce contrast and depth, adding to the visual complexity of the scene.
Conceptual Intentions
This image examines the relationship between public space, art, and the natural environment, emphasizing how design influences social interaction. The sculptural chairs serve as more than just functional seating—they act as artistic elements that invite engagement and contemplation. Their placement within a desert setting raises questions about the integration of art into urban spaces and how such interventions impact the experience of place. By contrasting the structured, man-made elements with the untamed qualities of the desert landscape, the photograph highlights the dynamic balance between human creativity and nature. It also prompts reflection on the role of public art in fostering community, encouraging people to interact with their surroundings in new and meaningful ways.

Formal Properties
This photograph presents a high-angle view of an urban desert environment, taken from the vantage point of a parking structure. The composition is layered, with the foreground featuring desert trees and shrubs, the middle ground showing roads and sidewalks, and the background consisting of institutional buildings that blend modern and traditional architectural styles. The roads and surrounding structures create strong leading lines that guide the viewer’s eye deeper into the frame. The color palette is predominantly warm and earthy, with browns and tans reflecting the desert landscape, while the blue sky and scattered greenery introduce contrast and depth to the scene.
Conceptual Intentions
This image explores themes of perspective, urban development, and the relationship between human infrastructure and nature. The elevated viewpoint creates a sense of distance, emphasizing how people often experience cities from an observational standpoint—whether from buildings, vehicles, or other elevated spaces. By including a parking structure as a framing device, the photograph subtly highlights the role of car-centric infrastructure in shaping urban landscapes. Additionally, the presence of desert vegetation within the built environment raises questions about adaptation and sustainability, encouraging viewers to consider how cities integrate—or struggle to integrate—natural elements within expanding urban spaces.

1. Formal Properties of the Photographic Series
This series will feature the figurine in futuristic, sci-fi-inspired settings, focusing on its clean, minimalist design. The white coat, subtle facial expressions, and precise details of the figurine will stand out against colorful, neon-lit backdrops with glowing blues and purples. Lighting will be a key element, using directional light to highlight the figurine’s features and create shadows for added depth. The compositions will range from medium-close shots that showcase intricate details, like the folds of the coat or the expression on the figurine's face, to full-body images that place the character in expansive, high-tech environments. A shallow depth of field will keep the figurine as the focal point, while the backgrounds will blur slightly, creating a dreamlike, immersive atmosphere.
2. Conceptual Intentions and Aims
This series explores themes of individuality, professionalism, and mystery in a futuristic setting. The figurine’s confident stance and tailored outfit convey authority and intellect, suggesting that this character holds an important role in an imagined sci-fi world. The advanced settings and glowing neon backdrops will enhance the sense of intrigue, encouraging viewers to think about who this character might be and what their story is. Techniques like framing, lighting contrasts, and the careful blending of the figurine with its surroundings will give the images a polished, elegant feel. The goal is to celebrate the artistry of the figurine itself while also telling a visually compelling story about the possibilities of science fiction and the power of visual design.