erick-50367452 @erick-50367452
The story of my life begins on a warm summer afternoon when I was just 5 years old. My mother took me to the beach for the first time and we spent hours playing in the waves and collecting seashells along the shoreline. The feeling of sand between my toes and the sound of the ocean crashing against the shore has stayed with me ever since. It is a memory that I return to often when I need to feel at peace.
As I grew older, I began to realize just how much my life was about to change. My parents were going through a divorce and my mother had to work multiple jobs to support us. I was forced to grow up quickly and take on responsibilities beyond my years. Despite the challenges we faced, my mother's strength and resilience inspired me to persevere.
The summer after I graduated from high school, I spent a month backpacking through Europe with my best friend. We stayed in hostels, tried new foods, and met people from all over the world. It was an experience that broadened my horizons and made me realize just how much beauty there is in this world. It was also during this time that I discovered my passion for photography.
I returned home to start college but soon realized that it wasn't the right fit for me. I transferred schools a few times, trying to find the right path, before finally settling on a major in fine arts. It's been a long and winding road, but I wouldn't change a thing because it
