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Thank you for visiting my page! Let's begin with where my journey in photography began, shortly after I first laid my hands on my family's old camera and started realizing I had an "eye" for photography. Little did I know, that moment would ignite a lifelong passion for capturing moments through the lens. In high school, I became the classic go-to 'family photographer,' delving deeper into the art.
However, as life unfolded, my love for snowboarding took center stage for a while, and photography took a backseat. It wasn't until 2016 that I realized pursuing snowboarding alone wouldn't sustain me financially. That's when I decided to rekindle my passion for photography. I upgraded my gear to a simple DSLR and dove back into the world of capturing memories. I spent some time shooting for snowboarding before discovering another passion in life – cars! I made the move out to the PNW, where I've been told one of the best car scenes in the US is, and I dove headfirst into this new pursuit. Now, here we are, years in, never thinking that I'd quit my job to become an artist, let alone in an industry that I love so much!
I'll be the first to say being a full-time artist isn't easy nor is it for everyone, but it's incredibly fulfilling. It has taken me to places I once only dreamed of and allowed me to be part of events that I would have otherwise experienced through a screen. Now, I have the privilege of being the one behind the camera, capturing these moments firsthand with my unique perspective.
If you're interested in seeing more of my work, feel free to check out my LinkedIn or other social media profiles linked below. Thanks again for visiting! I'm forever thankful for all of you that continue to support me at events!
About me:
If you're interested in any of my photographs or in doing business with each other feel free to send me a message
Email: cruzr118@gmail.com
Instagram: @J_cruzz1