About
The Full Story
After graduating from The Ohio State University in 2022, I traded textbooks for airline analytics, joining American Airlines in Dallas as part of the Pricing & Revenue Management team, ultimately managing over $1 billion in revenue. But when the weekends rolled around, I swapped spreadsheets for my Nikon Z7 and set out to capture the world using the free standby travel perks that came with the job. From quick getaways to New Zealand to ditching my family on Thanksgiving to explore Japan, travel quickly became an essential part of my life.
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In 2024, life took an unexpected turn when I experienced a seizure while driving a motorcycle in Vietnam. Following brain surgery that summer to cure my epilepsy, everything slowed down - except my desire to see more of the world. During recovery, photography evolved from a passion into a purpose.
With a renewed sense of freedom, I spent three months with my dad converting a van to take my remote finance job on the road. For five unforgettable months, the open landscapes of North America became both my home and my canvas. Today, photography is no longer just what I do on the side; it’s my profession and the lens through which I share stories of resilience, adventure, and perspective.
To get in touch, please fill out the form to the left, or text / email me directly:
Chris.ara77@gmail.com
216-403-3258