Why I shoot

I picked up my father’s camera after he passed—and never put it down. What began as a way to process grief became a way to honor people: their edges, their elegance, their quiet storms. The Aesthetic grew from that promise—to photograph with care, to direct with empathy, and to craft images that outlive the moment.

Today I work across fashion editorials, beauty, branding, and headshots—guided by precision lighting, clean direction, and a deep respect for the human in front of the lens.

Studio located in Chicago; on-location productions available.

Direction that reads. Light that flatters. Stories that travel.

I design each session like a mini production—mood, palette, body language, and light. Expression coaching and micro-movement help the frame read clearly: hands, jawline, posture, breath. The goal is simple—photographs that feel inevitable.

• Pre-production: concept, references, wardrobe notes
• Lighting: beauty, editorial, or cinematic setups
• Clear posing direction & expression coaching
• Magazine-level retouch with skin fidelity

The Aesthetic Studio

A private, production-friendly space with moveable furniture, Bowens-mount modifiers, Neewer LEDs, gels, steamer, clothing rack, and Wi-Fi. Perfect for portraits, editorials, branding sessions, interviews, and reels.

$100/hr — lighting gear included.