I am honored to share that I have been nominated in the Professional category, People, for the Fine Art Photography Awards (FAPA) 2026. As an Orange County maternity and newborn photographer specializing in fine art portraiture, this recognition holds deep meaning—not only as a milestone in my artistic journey, but as a reflection of the families who trust me to document their most intimate and transformative seasons.

The Fine Art Photography Awards (FAPA) is an international competition that celebrates creativity, technical excellence, and artistic vision across genres of photography. With submissions from professional photographers around the world, the People category highlights storytelling through human connection, emotion, and form.

My work has always centered around the quiet, powerful beauty of motherhood. This nomination represents more than a single image — it represents a body of work rooted in storytelling and authenticity.

This self-portrait with my daughter was taken in the quiet aftermath of a miscarriage, a moment that captured the raw and complex emotions of grief and love. Submerged in water, we are both enveloped in stillness, with our eyes closed, symbolizing the deep mourning of loss. Yet, the serene composition speaks to the duality of the experience—the profound sorrow of what could have been and the enduring love that still connects us. The water’s surface represents the boundary between life and death, while our tender embrace beneath it reflects the coexistence of suffering and gratitude. This photograph is an intimate expression of resilience and the power of love, even in the face of unimaginable loss.

If you are expecting or looking to document your family in a meaningful and elevated way, I would love to connect and begin planning your portrait experience.

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