Single Images
The following images were taken as singles for The Diamondback, Capital News Service or as freelance work.
Denali Foxx’s hair flips while performing at SEE’s annual drag show on April 10, 2025 in Stamp Student Union at the University of Maryland.
WASHINGTON - Rep. Steny Hoyer, D-Maryland speaks at a press conference to call on Republicans to end the government shut down on Oct. 1, 2025.
Angela Alsobrooks cheers to a crowd of supporters at her election night watch party at The Hotel at the University of Maryland on Nov. 5, 2024.
WASHINGTON - Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin speaks to FBI Director Kash Patel about his stewardship of the agency during the House Judiciary Committee hearing on Sept. 17, 2025.
A Mighty Sound of Maryland member plays the trumpet during the band’s pregame performance on Nov. 16, 2024.
Mighty Sound of Maryland director Andrea Brown conducts the band during rehearsal at SECU Stadium on Nov. 4, 2024.
A member of the Mighty Sound of Maryland takes a break between afternoon rehearsal and pre-game festivities inside The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.
Ajitesh Kaladi, a senior immersive media design major, jumps with his pogo stick on McKeldin Mall on Feb. 19, 2025.
Remini Tillotson and Ava Morales fight for the ball during Maryland's 0-5 loss to Michigan State on Sept. 12, 2024.
WASHINGTON - A demonstrator yells into a megaphone while walking along the National Mall on Sept. 19, 2025. Participants in the We Are America march walked from Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Washington, D.C. between Sept. 6 and Sept. 19 to "hold America accountable" and defend the U.S. Constitution.
Ja'Kobi Gillespie attempts to score during Maryland's 87-60 win over Syracuse on Dec. 21, 2024.
Rayna Engelmayer completes a beam dismount during Maryland gymnastics' 195.750-194.725 win over Iowa on Feb. 21, 2025.
Two Maryland fans smile as Maryland football defeats USC 29-28 on Oct. 20, 2024.
The Maryland women's volleyball team celebrate a point during their 3-2 loss to Iowa on Sept. 28, 2024.
District 1 Prince George’s County Council member Thomas Dernoga looks down during a council meeting on Oct. 14, 2025.
WASHINGTON - A demonstrator carries an upside-down United States flag on the National Mall on Sept. 19, 2025. Participants in the We Are America march walked from Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Washington, D.C. between Sept. 6 and Sept. 19 to "hold America accountable" and defend the U.S. Constitution. (Sam Cohen/Capital News Service)
Stories
Linked below are some of the photo and written pieces I have published.
People perform and dance at Metalheads of Maryland’s Shellfest II on Dec. 7, 2025.
Local metalheads connect, rage together at Shellfest II concert
I pitched and reported a piece about the Metalheads of Maryland's Shellfest II event, a metal concert with performers across the Maryland area. I spoke with current club members, UMD alumni and local metalheads unaffiliated with the university. In addition to laying out images throughout the piece, I also created a GIF composed with different scenes throughout the evening and a b-roll compilation to provide a more immersive reading experience.
I pitched and reported a piece about the Metalheads of Maryland's Shellfest II event, a metal concert with performers across the Maryland area. I spoke with current club members, UMD alumni and local metalheads unaffiliated with the university. In addition to laying out images throughout the piece, I also created a GIF composed with different scenes throughout the evening and a b-roll compilation to provide a more immersive reading experience.
WASHINGTON - A backhoe demolishes a part of the White House's East Wing on Oct. 22, 2025. (Sam Cohen/Capital News Service)
White House demolition sparks anger, an appeal to stop – and a shrug
As the lead photographer for Capital News Service, I often find my own assignments to cover for file purposes. Initially, I went to the White House to photograph the demolition of the East Wing, but as I watched around me, I heard such strong reactions from spectators. I decided to interview people and get a sense of different thoughts. I struck up casual conversation with spectators who seemed interested in sharing their thoughts. I identified myself as a member of the press and asked if they would be interested in sharing their thoughts with me on the record. I answered questions about identity, fact checking and quelled fears of misrepresentation. Each person I approached agreed to an interview. I loved writing this story because I learned about the experiences of three very different people and how their lives channeled their emotions in that very moment.
Post-publication, this article was syndicated by 6 news outlets nationwide, including the Juneau Independent, Maryland Matters and the Royal Examiner.
As the lead photographer for Capital News Service, I often find my own assignments to cover for file purposes. Initially, I went to the White House to photograph the demolition of the East Wing, but as I watched around me, I heard such strong reactions from spectators. I decided to interview people and get a sense of different thoughts. I struck up casual conversation with spectators who seemed interested in sharing their thoughts. I identified myself as a member of the press and asked if they would be interested in sharing their thoughts with me on the record. I answered questions about identity, fact checking and quelled fears of misrepresentation. Each person I approached agreed to an interview. I loved writing this story because I learned about the experiences of three very different people and how their lives channeled their emotions in that very moment.
Post-publication, this article was syndicated by 6 news outlets nationwide, including the Juneau Independent, Maryland Matters and the Royal Examiner.
Denali Foxx’s hair flips while performing at SEE’s annual drag show on April 10, 2025 in Stamp Student Union. (Sam Cohen/The Diamondback)
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’, ‘Dragula’ alumni electrify fifth SEE Spring Drag Show
I photographed and reported this article for The Diamondback. Initially, it was intended that I would work with a reporter to cover this drag show, but I decided to write the story when nobody was available. I conducted interviews with audience members and the drag artists while being closely monitored by event staff to ensure I asked the approved questions. I photographed the event, took notes and kept an Otter recording for fact checking purposes. I worked with the editors through five rounds of revision.
I photographed and reported this article for The Diamondback. Initially, it was intended that I would work with a reporter to cover this drag show, but I decided to write the story when nobody was available. I conducted interviews with audience members and the drag artists while being closely monitored by event staff to ensure I asked the approved questions. I photographed the event, took notes and kept an Otter recording for fact checking purposes. I worked with the editors through five rounds of revision.
Video Work
As the lead photographer at Capital News Service, I often assist in producing videos with reporters. I contributed to all three of these videos by filming B-roll and some standup for the reporter. I am studying abroad in Florence next semester and I plan to build my video skills by creating travel videos and by volunteering with The Florentine, an English-language magazine based in Florence, to assist with their photographic needs and social media video.