Hi there, I’m Jrnie! I was born and raised in Texas as a first-generation Filipino, in an Asian military household with a mom who worked full-time as a journalist and artist. I believe that environment allowed me to pick up both a love for adventure and a passion to document every bit of it.

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That itch to be on the move followed me into my career. I work in marketing at an aviation tech company, which is genuinely so fun, since I’m a little obsessed with anything that flies, sails, or drives.

 

When I’m not behind the camera, I'm working playing music, working on classic cars or studying for my pilot and sailing licenses.

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Lately, a lot of my building has happened at home. I just celebrated one year of marriage, and this summer we bought our first house together.

 

Currently, I’m trying to figure out how to make wildlife photography, travel writing, and philanthropy a part of my day-to-day. I don’t totally know what I’m doing yet, but I think that’s part of making your own path!

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I have a lot of big dreams, and sometimes they feel like a lot to handle. But I’ve been having the best time figuring out how this whole life thing works, and I take a lot of comfort in knowing your late twenties are supposed to feel a little odd, uncomfortable, and kind of silly.