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I don't know if there's ever been a time in my life when I wasn't trying to hold onto all the little things. I collected postcards and bus tickets, held onto every love note I ever received, and wrote every moment that felt significant down. I've never wanted to overlook a single second of this life.

When I picked up a camera for the first time, for me, it felt like I had discovered a way to freeze time. I feel so blessed to have found a calling that allows me to help others hold onto their own moments in the same way.

Before all of this, I served six years in the military, a chapter that taught me resilience, calm amidst chaos, and fierce dedication — lessons that now guide how I show up for every client, friend, and every challenge.

When I was 25, I decided to solo-backpack across Europe for three months. My time abroad forever shaped me — pushing my curiosity and broadening my sense of connection to the world. In between all my adventures, my dog Bongo is a warm reminder of home and my joy in the everyday.

Apart from photography, Raina is also a journalist and published writer.