I had the privilege of capturing the recent event celebrating the partnership between the New England Conservatory (NEC) and the City of Boston to enhance music education for Boston's children. Held at the Ellis Early Learning Center in the South end, the event was attended by Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and other community leaders, as well as a group of excited young musicians.

As a professional in the industry, I embrace these changes and am excited to continue refining my approach to visual storytelling in the new year.

I also learned that while executive portraits may seem cookie cutter and basic on the outside, there is still an intangible aspect that separates the mundane from the great photograph. Just like every form of photography, the key to creating meaningful and authentic images is building a connection with the subject.

The big question everyone has once they experience the limitless powers of these early AI models is, what will happen to all the jobs...what will happen to my job?

These partnerships allow me to truly get to know a brand and its values, and to help bring their vision to life through compelling visuals. I’ve been lucky enough to have amazing long term partnerships with brands like Reebok, TB12 Sports, Siena Farms, ICA Boston and many others.

Through documentary filmmaking, we are able to create something truly beautiful and enduring. We are able to capture the essence of who we are and the people around us, creating a lasting record of our humanity.

In that moment of connection, something magical happens. The photographer and the subject become one, united in the shared experience of creating art. We are able to capture not just a person's physical likeness, but their very soul.

In my opinion, every human has a story that is interesting and should be told. Documentary photography allows us to tell these stories in a way that is authentic and relatable, which can help to create a deeper connection with the audience. Whether it is a story about a brand's products or services, or a story about the people who use them, documentary photography has the ability to bring these stories to life and create a lasting impact.