About Turkworks Photography

I don’t approach my work as a photographer who simply documents appearances, nor as a writer who extracts soundbites. I work as a curator of experience—someone who helps people see themselves more clearly and share that truth with others through image and narrative. Whether I’m creating a portrait or guiding someone through their story, my goal is the same: to capture presence, authenticity, and meaning.

We live in a world dominated by visuals. Every day, people make instinctive decisions based on what they see and how it makes them feel. When we encounter an image paired with a story, our minds begin asking important questions: Can I trust this person? Do I relate to them? Who are they, really? Storytelling answers those questions in a way facts and credentials never can.

That’s why my work extends beyond photography alone.

Through my Narrative Storytelling service, I help  business owners, nonprofit leaders, professionals, and creatives articulate the deeper story behind their work—the values, experiences, and motivations that shape who they are. Most people know their story matters, but struggle to express it clearly or objectively. My role is to listen deeply, ask thoughtful questions, and reflect their truth back to them with clarity and care.

This process is rooted in mutual respect and emotional safety. I believe vulnerability doesn’t require exposure, and insight doesn’t require trauma. The stories we tell together are human, grounded, and honest—never promotional, never exaggerated. They reveal what’s admirable, meaningful, and real.

When I photograph someone, I’m not trying to manufacture a version of them. I’m paying attention to light, geometry, expression, and energy—waiting for the moment when what’s inside aligns with what’s visible. When I tell someone’s story, I’m not writing a résumé; I’m uncovering the threads that connect their experiences into something others can understand and relate to.