✪ Photography or Magic? ✪

A few years ago, my grandpa gifted me his old digital camera—a Sony Cybershot that had seen its fair share of family vacations and gatherings. At first, I didn’t know what to do with it, but it didn’t take long for me to realize its magic; the way it acts as a portal into beautiful moments. With every click, I could freeze moments that caught my eye: a singular flower blooming in the waves of sun, the way my cat struts with such confidence, or the way nature drowns in the moonlight. Photography has become a magic to me, everything from the subtle impact of lessened exposure to capturing a still or busy moment.

That camera taught me how to see beauty in the overlooked, and every photo I take feels like a small thank-you to my grandpa for opening my eyes to the world in a mystical new way. Here are some photos of my favorite photos that I've taken so far:

Streamwood Fest '24

A Stroll in the Summer

Pet Friendly

Happiness in a World of Sorrow

A Lover's Touch

Home Once Again

A Friend in France

Strong in Decay

Innocence

Neighborhood Watch

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