Photography encompasses my two great passions - a love for life & a love for beauty. I began taking pictures to capture the beautiful moments all around me, and share its splendor with friends & family. Growing up in Vietnam, an underdeveloped country, was predictably tough. But my parents ensured that we had a better future than they could possibly envision. We moved to America in the 80's. Even when my parents struggled to put us through college, they never lost their generosity of spirit. My mother being a teacher has a profound influence...more