Hi, I’m Riley!

thanks for taking the time to get to know me

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The Why Behind My Storytelling…

Raised on the Big Island of Hawaii, I grew up capturing the natural beauty around me. After taking AP Art with an emphasis on photography in high school, studying design in college, and diving into film in the darkroom, my passion for photography and film became a lifelong love.

These days in Los Angeles, you’ll often find me wandering a farmers market, hanging out at the dog park with my dog Sol, or tirelessly searching for film cameras and vintage clothes on eBay. I’m also known to cozy up at a wine bar, stroll the canyon with coffee in hand, or nestle into my little apartment in the hills with my boyfriend and Sol.

"There's a beauty in the blur — it reminds us that moments aren't meant to be perfect, just real."

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in a nutshell

  • I grew up on the Big Island on Hawai’i

  • I am a graphic designer (my other passion)

  • I am a dog mom to my rescue dog, Sol

  • My happy place… traveling, the beach, spending time with my dog & boyfriend

  • I spend a lot of time in my apartment in the hills editing photo galleries and Super 8 films

  • I love a good flea market, estate sale, or FB marketplace find (really anything with character)

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Riley is the photographer for you if you’re looking to capture your special candid moments. I’d book her a million times over if I could!

— Cameron

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