Hi, i'm Derek


my Story Starts Here

As a kid, my father loved to take pictures of his family and friends. Growing up, I was always around, film, photographs, and cameras. His passion to place history in a time capsule made me look at moments differently. The way people look during times of joy is a treasure that should be remembered forever. Have you ever looked at a photograph, smiled and said " Oh my God! I remember this!" The fact that through my eyes a memory is restored and can be revisited over and over again makes this a passion to me. You could've been anywhere in the world but you're here!!! I appreciate that!!!


Photography is my gift to you

My Vision

I've learned that, in some of our toughest times we rely on looking back at who we are in our greatest moments and reflecting on what they mean to us. Whether we're just reflecting for good or bad, these moments led us here. An image shows us that time can stand still. That a moment can last forever. An image can bring back the memory of a loved one. With tears of joy or gratitude for what was, life's ups and downs through a photograph can be a reflection of how bright the future can truly be.

See My Work

“I saw that the camera could be a weapon against poverty, against racism, against all sorts of social wrongs. I knew at that point I had to have a camera.”