New York City, Berkeley, CA; and Ishpeming, MI. I recently did event photography for the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance's (or known as DPAA)  Art for All day during the summer. I have done theatre photography for the Beavercreek Community Theatre, The Dayton Theatre Guild, and most recently: Sinclair Community College Theatre — I had so much fun capturing images of everybody involved in those productions! It brings me tremendous joy in being able to capture life raw and intimate as much as I can. Speaking of theatre — I switch hats from being a creative individual to being the Director of ASL (or 'DASL') at Sinclair Community College in downtown Dayton for the production of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, and We're Home Alone! at Sinclair Community College Theatre!

When I'm not doing graphic design, photography, or theatre — I enjoy hanging out with friends (who are always keeping my life interesting), checking out a show at my local theatres, reading books for hours, looking and collecting Disney pins, loving on cats and dogs, and staying up to date with the latest technology.

and here's a little on what I'm all about.

Hey there, I'm Kirsten.

I grew up surrounded by creative people. I have a grandmother who can play the piano by ear, talented aunts in writing, interior design, and art, and even my audiologist who diagnosed my hearing loss is a photographer! With these inspiring individuals around me, I knew I wanted a career in the creative industry.

In high school, I discovered graphic design, and it instantly felt like my calling. I worked on branding and print marketing for nonprofit organizations in Ohio. My journey led me to intern at Catapult Creative, to working with Berkeley Repertory Theatre as a graphic design fellow, becoming a creative designer for Marion Technical College, and currently, I'm working at my dream job as a graphic designer at the Dayton Art Institute.

Beyond my professional life, I'm also passionate about photography, particularly theatre, street, and lifestyle photography. The photography universe has granted me many opportunities to travel: throughout the state of Ohio, Washington, D.C.,

I grew up surrounded by creative people, from my piano-playing grandmother to writer, designer, and artist aunts. Even my audiologist is a photographer! Inspired by these creative individuals, I found my passion in graphic design during high school. I've worked with nonprofits in Ohio, interned at Catapult Creative, and had a graphic design fellowship with Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Currently, I'm at my dream job as graphic designer for the Dayton Art Institute!

Outside of work, I'm a Deaf activist, teaching ASL and Deaf Culture. My most recent project in Deaf advocacy and theatre was being involved with a production called 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, and We're Home Alone! as the Director of ASL at Sinclair Community College in downtown Dayton!

I also love photography, I have a passion for theatre, street and lifestyle photography. I've traveled throughout the U.S. capturing unique moments.

In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with friends (who are always keeping my life interesting), reading books for hours, checking out plays at my local theatres, and staying up-to-date with the latest Apple tech. #applenerd