My photography lives where editorial precision meets fly-on-the-wall intimacy. I move with intention, focusing on honest, lived-in scenes: the hands that cook, the faces that gather, the unsaid moments between lovers, and the quiet details that hold memory. By refusing to let fleeting trends or over-planning distract from the truth of who you are, I ensure that no two stories I tell ever look or feel the same.

I’m the type of creative who becomes far more than just your photographer. I want you to feel seen, heard, and celebrated throughout this entire process. To me, a session isn't something stagnant where you stand in a rigid pose and stare at a lens. Most of my shoots involve grabbing a coffee, taking a walk, getting way too deep in conversation, and me just snapping away. My photos are structurally candid snapshots of me admiring the raw, unique beauty of you just being human. When you look back at these images, I want you to remember the feelings, the laughs, and the exact conversations we shared.

Because I’m asking to tell your story, it only feels natural to share a bit of mine. I’ve always been an observer, the annoying friend documenting every single activity. I am deeply entranced by small, mundane details, the wonder of a fresh perspective, and the poetic artistry of everyday life. If you boil down what truly lights up my soul, it is human connection, capturing real emotion, and practicing radical compassion.

Off the clock, I’m a community minded creative whose work lives at the intersection of culture, food, and storytelling. Deeply rooted in my Khmer heritage, I find meaning in bringing people together whether I’m collaborating on a culinary pop-up, connecting with peers, or consulting for local restaurants.

I’m a tattooed cat-dog mom to my doofus of a pup, Milton, crazy forever puppy Lola and my two cats Gus and Dennis.

I met my partner years ago at a grocery store in our little hometown.

I will always judge a restaurant by how thick their wine glasses are and the cleanliness of their bathrooms.

I will never pass up oysters.

Behind the camera and across all my projects, I strive to show up with the same energy: with care, clarity, and a genuine love for people. At the core of everything I do is a simple intention: keep it honest, keep it joyful, and keep building the kind of world where everyone feels seen.

Values & Inclusivity: Inclusivity is absolutely everything here.

Moni Media is proudly LGBTQ+-friendly, BIPOC-inclusive, and welcoming of all skin colors, body sizes, and pets. Warm hugs are always welcome.

My work has been featured in Brides, The Seattle Times, The Stranger, Unscripted, and The Knot. I can’t wait to be new friends—but in the meantime, you can get a head start by stalking my portfolio.