Growing up in the heart of the Amazon in Venezuela, life was simple. Cameras were a luxury we couldn't afford, but I had my basic phone – 8 megapixels of pure fun. Picture this: goofy class photos with friends using that same phone. Little did I know that this fun hobby would become my passion.

At 17, we landed in the United States and started all over again. In the midst of the challenges, a missionary friend gave me my first Canon camera as a gift. It was like a ray of hope at a time when everything seemed to be upside down.

Joining our local church, I felt a pull towards the media team. I approached the media director, sharing my interest to serve and mentioning I had a camera. That's when the magic began. Capturing stories became more than just clicking; it was witnessing the beauty of life and God's love through the lens, something I've also felt on my own journey. Here's to freezing moments that show the resilience of life, all starting with a basic phone and a God-sent camera.