A moment off the coast of Greece changed how I see photography—and what it really takes to earn the shot after eight years behind the camera.

In December 2024, I photographed the Hotel Indigo Naperville Riverwalk, an IHG Hotel. It is located along the DuPage River in downtown Naperville. Its central location provides easy access to Naperville’s Riverwalk and nearby dining and shopping options.

In December 2017, I photographed the luxurious Shangri-La Hotel in Tokyo for VRX Studios. The blend of modern elegance and traditional design offered a perfect backdrop, and the resulting images showcase the hotel's timeless beauty and the vibrant energy of the city.