about mikayla

WHEN I FELL IN LOVE

My love for photography began in 7th grade. Back in middle school, I brought my small red Nikon Coolpix camera with me every single day to capture all of my favorite memories. As I moved into high school, I started learning how to use professional cameras and began taking senior photos for my friends — and that’s when the dream really blossomed.

THE BREAKUP

When I left for college my dream quickly faded. To be honest, I forgot about my passion. For 4.5 years, I poured all of my time and energy into earning a bachelor’s degree in Family and Community Engaged Teaching, with minors in Education & Social Justice and Sociology. My goal was to become a high school social studies teacher.

RECONNECTING TO MYSELF

During that time, I grew in so many ways. I reconnected with my Armenian roots and found my family living in Armenia! I also discovered my deep love for working alongside youth and gained a broader perspective on the world around me. For that reason, I’ll always be thankful for my educational journey because I embraced new version of myself.

REclaiming my passion

If you were to ask me, "Do you regret waiting to start your senior photography business?" my answer would be no. Why? Because, I truly believe everything happens for a reason. I needed those years to grow, reflect, reconnect, and explore other passions that shaped me into the woman I am today. Without those lived experiences, I wouldn’t be the confident, ambitious, and culturally aware senior photographer business owner I am now.