Chasing Light In The Saratoga Foothills

Adelina Hays and I met in the Saratoga foothills for an outdoor fashion photoshoot. Our goal was to capture portraits that feel warm, natural, and real. The late-afternoon light was perfect for illuminating the textures and tones in Adelina’s skin and hair. It’s always rewarding when fashion photography goes beyond clothing and becomes a portrait of a person in natural light. Here are a few highlights from our shoot together. Enjoy!

Guerrilla Photography in Noe Valley

I partnered with a fashion model in Noe Valley, San Francisco on a guerrilla shoot. With cameras and props in hand, we chased reflections, storefronts, and sidewalk art. As a photographer, I’m drawn to portraits that transcend commercial demands and expectations. Street photos let me work freely, where each frame carries the joy of art for its own sake.