I first discovered photography in 2009 with a little toy camera called an Oktomat. What began as a playful experiment soon turned into a genuine love for the medium. In 2010, I bought my first film SLR, a Canon Rebel G, which I still use from time to time. Around that same period, I became deeply inspired by photographers like James Nachtwey and Tim Hetherington, whose work showed me how powerful an image could be in telling a story on its own. Their ability to capture raw truth and human emotion continues to influence me. Through my own photography, I hope to do the same—to create images that carry both emotion and positivity, leaving an honest impression on anyone who sees them.