HND 2025 in Minneapolis was truly unforgettable. From the moment I arrived, I felt the energy—Hmong professionals, artists, students, and leaders all coming together to learn, connect, and uplift.

Every workshop, performance, and hallway conversation reminded me how far we’ve come and how bright our future is. We are not just preserving culture—we’re shaping it. From kwv txhiaj to tech talks, from opening ceremonies to the leadership banquet, this conference was a powerful reminder: we are thriving, rooted, and rising.

If you’ve never been to HND, go. Our community is extraordinary—and it’s only getting stronger.

Whether you’re stepping in front of the camera for the first time or updating your look for a fresh professional profile, I’m so glad you’re here. A studio headshot is more than just a photo—it’s a visual introduction, a first impression, and a way to tell the world who you are. Let’s get you ready for a confident, empowering, and comfortable session.

Late this summer, I took a chance on my career and attended my first photography conference: The Portrait Masters Conference 2017 in Palm Springs, CA. 

In late 2016, I finally started to print my photographs testing different labs. Each photo printed made me super happy to see a solid memory in my hand. Not long after, in 2017, I visited Bali, Indonesia and Taipei, Taiwan and I printed even more photographs. They were priceless! They document part of my life.