A birthday celebration outdoors with children and adults gathered around a table with birthday cakes, party decorations, and presents, in a park or garden setting.

About Me

I’m a proud child of Filipino immigrants: born in Brooklyn, raised outside DC, shaped at UC Berkeley, and now based in Los Angeles.

I spent 15 years in brand marketing, building brand stories at agencies like 72andSunny and Mother, and in-house at Google and Rivian. That work taught me how to connect with people through culture and authenticity, but it also pushed me toward something more personal.

Photography has been with me since I was a teenager, and over time it became the way I wanted to tell deeper, more human stories. From quiet moments with friends and family to the energy of the street and the weight of real-world events, the camera has always been my way in. Now, I’m pursuing that path fully, building a life and career through my photography.

Off-camera, I’m married to my much better half, Justine (an incredible veterinarian who you’ll see in many of my photos). I’m also a sneaker concierge, road cyclist, Filipino vegan (yes, really), and an officiant upon request.

I’m currently available for photography sessions and assignments.

Captured by justgonzaga

A woman in white pants, black heels, and a black leather jacket is sitting and leaning against a yellow wall with a red door and mailbox, at night, in an alleyway with gates on either side.
A mother is hugging and kissing her two children, one with pigtails and another with long hair looking into the camera, in a cozy room with art and books on the wall. 
Portraits
Life
Jason Mraz playing guitar on stage during outdoor concert with stage lights and equipment overhead.
A beach with large rocky cliffs, the sky is clear, and two people, a child and an adult, are walking along the shoreline. 
Moments
Places
Two young men sitting in a booth at a fast food restaurant, with a large window behind them showing buildings and a billboard outside. They are both leaning their heads on their hands, looking at the camera, with fast food items on the table, including a large drink and fried chicken. 
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