I'm originally from Ventura, California and graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a BS in Animal Science. I was then fortunate enough to work in Zimbabwe and Zambia for 2 years as a conservationist and animal behaviorist for a non-profit conservation organization. My main research was on lions and elephants, which in turn allowed me to practice some photography! Through this opportunity, and hopefully more to come, I am trying to spread awareness of wildlife and endangered species through my photography and in some cases my artwork. Soon, I will be heading over to England to start my Masters in Animal Behavior at the University of Sussex where I can further my knowledge and do my part for the vanishing wildlife.