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Born and raised in Brooklyn, I've spent the last seven years turning moments into memories through my lens. As the creative mind behind AMA.Visions, I specialize in fashion and sports photography that's all about capturing you in your best moments.

While pursuing my BFA at the College of Staten Island, I've developed a passion for creating images that do more than just look good—they make you feel incredible. My biggest mission? To help every client see themselves the way I see them: beautiful, powerful, and totally unique. I believe everyone deserves to feel confident and stunning in front of the camera, and I work hard to create a comfortable space where you can truly shine.

Whether I'm shooting a high-energy sports portrait or a stunning fashion spread, my goal is always the same—to freeze those perfect, once-in-a-lifetime moments and showcase your inner and outer beauty. Photography is more than my career—it's my way of helping people fall in love with themselves, one frame at a time.

"Let's Visualize Your Life In 4K"

— AMA

Education

College of Staten Island / Bachelor in Fine Arts: Photograph

DECEMBER 2024,  STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.

Pratt Institute / Young Scholars: Art & Design

JUNE 2020, BROOKLYN, N.Y.

Skills

Software: Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, Microsoft Office Suite, Social Media (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, Snapchat, etc)

Technical: Canon, Nikon, and Sony  Camera Operation, Profoto, and Godox Lighting Operation, Sound and Audio Operation

Related Experience

Freelance Photographer / Self-Employed

JUNE  2021 - PRESENT,  BROOKLYN, NY

Organize photo sessions in New York City. Photograph portraits, parties, businesses, food/catering, sporting events, and sporting games. Edit photographs, on a tight deadline. Collaborate with clients to create exceptional photographs for their personal use. Direct clients in various positions to execute the desired outcome of the photos.

Pomvom / Photo Sales Associate (Seasonal)

APRIL  2024 - PRESENT,  NEW YORK, NY

Working indoors at various locations within One World Observatory. Approaching guests, taking quality photographs, and selling products to meet daily goals. Working as part of an energetic and collaborative team to provide a high level of customer service. Operating digital cameras/media and handling money/credit cards to complete sales transactions.

Youth Design Center / Digital Media (Photo Studio) Apprentice

OCTOBER 2023 - NOVEMBER 2023, BROOKLYN, N.Y.

Acquired knowledge in, photo, and photo editing. Obtained progressive familiarity with editing software such as Adobe Bridge, Lightroom, and Photoshop. Operated camera and lighting equipment.

Youth Design Center / Commercial Filmmaking Apprentice

MARCH  2023 - MAY 2023, BROOKLYN, N.Y.

Carried out tasks such as audio and video recording, editing, and creating briefs, pitch decks, and storyboards. Accomplished skills in editing software such as Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro after utilizing video, lighting, and audio equipment.

College Course / ART 305  Museum and Gallery Training Course

FEBRUARY 2023 - MAY 2023, STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.

Combined theory and practical experience by working with an advisor at the college’s gallery to learn about the structures and functions of museums and the art market as well as the varied career paths. Acquired a general understanding of various areas of practice such as curations, museum education, and exhibition design.

Exhibitions

2024, Group Exhibition, Threaded Connections: Unraveling the Internal, CSI Art Gallery, Staten Island, NY.

2024, Group Exhibition, Student Gallery Art Exhibition, College of Staten Island, Staten Island, NY.

2024, Group Exhibition, New York-New Visions, CSI Library Rotunda, Staten Island, NY.

2023, Group Exhibition, Beyond the Limits, Youth Design Center, Brooklyn, NY.

2023, Group Exhibition, The DEI Public Artwork, Atrium in 1P, Staten Island, NY.

2023, Group Exhibition, Student Photography Exhibition, Student Gallery, Staten Island, NY.

2023, Group Exhibition, Senior Project 1, Student Gallery, Staten Island, NY.

2022, Group Exhibition, Student Gallery Art Exhibition, College of Staten Island, Staten Island, NY.

2020, Group Exhibition, Grad: Pratt Young Scholars, Pratt Institute Student Gallery, Brooklyn, NY.

Collections

Archives & Special Collections, CSI Library, College of Staten Island/CUNY, Staten Island, NY.

Awards

Inducted Scholar in The National Honor Society, 2020-Present

Certificate Recipient of YDC Commercial Filmmaking, 2023

Certificate Recipient of YDC 3D Design/Architecture, 2023

Scholarship Recipient for the Peter F. Vallone Scholarship, 2021

Scholarship Recipient for the Pratt Young Scholars Scholarship, 2017