Hey, I’m Aura!
My Photography Journey
I’ve felt drawn to cameras, photography, and storytelling as long as I can remember. I feel incredibly blessed for my family and friends for encouraging and supporting me every step of this wonderful journey.
After graduating from Edmond North in 2020, I started my Associate Degree in Digital Cinema Production at Oklahoma City Community College, studying cinematography, directing, editing, sound, and film business. I graduated in December of 2023.
Early 2021, I started mentoring under the Speed Graphic king Michael Hast at Bedford Camera in OKC.
The summer of 2022, I was the photographer for YMCA Camp Classen. The following summer in 2023, I returned as the Photo Media Specialist and focused on cinematography and video while coaching the new photographer.
I started shooting on film around this time as well. Camera, film, and development all done by Studio V OKC.
Autumn of 2023 and 2024, I was production designer and captured behind-the-scenes on the set of the short film Pam, written and directed by Stormie Staley.
Since August, I’ve been a photographer with Oklahoma School Pictures!
I’m committed to building my photography business and brand, and making my passion my career!