Photo Native 2020 – Santa Barbra, CA

Photo Native 2020 was extra magical and it’s hard for me to put into words exactly the reason why, but I’m going to try anyway!

This year *might* be the last ever Photo Native and because of that, I feel like every attendee and instructor wanted to soak up and make the most of every moment. I noticed people gathering around the fire pits late into the night talking and enjoying each other’s company. Instructors staying after classes to answer questions. Friends trying new creative techniques, mediums and collaborating together. It was watching our tag line “you belong” come to life.

I had the opportunity this year to be more hands-on as an employee compared to an attendee. Helping out driving a 15 passenger van to and from a styled shoot, putting names to faces at registration, helping Justin Hackworth with crowd control during his headshot sessions, introducing instructors and much, much more. It’s amazing how helping others changes your heart and you love those you are serving on a deeper level.

All around I really hope that Photo Native will rise again. I love these ladies and being part of this team.