I grew up in the rich arts and cultural diverse city of Cleveland, Ohio. The live theatrical performances were so engaging that I quickly joined production crews. This was the best training ground for me to learn the quality, texture, and hue, which could be achieved with various lighting units. I continued my formal training of how lighting enhances the story at Otterbein University's department of theatre and dance. I was invited to my first film set by an accomplished cinematographer from AFI. This was a pivotal point in my career because to me cinematography encapsulated the very strength of storytelling that must be demonstrated through sight. I set out to study the craft for three years at Chapman University's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts and completed my Master of Fine Arts. I am very pleased with the quality of my education and to have the opportunity to extract a wealth of knowledge from my professors Bill Dill and Johnny Jensen members of the ASC.