Bringing Delta Airline’s Home + Away initiativeto life was an absolute dream—spotlighting the small businesses that pro athletes love across the U.S. and Paris was an adventure like no other. I made candles with Geno Smith, fed goats with Michelle Wie, boxed with Sue Bird, indulged my sweet tooth with Jalen Brunson, goofed off in a photo booth with Colin Sexton, dripped in diamonds with Jazz Chisholm Jr., laughed to tears with CC Sabathia, and kicked a soccer ball on the beach with Julie Ertz…

Every artist craves a project that fuels their passion—this was mine: travel, celebrities, an incredible creative team that became family, and a client who gave me the freedom to bring their vision to life. It wasn’t all smooth sailing—one misstep had me finishing most shoots one-handed, with some new metal in my bones as a souvenir.

The wins (Bronze Clios, 1st Hashtag Sports Awards & 1st IPA!) have been amazing, but the real reward? The people. The stories. The chance to shine a light on incredible businesses and their communities.

AGENCY: Octagon | EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Sean LaGamma | CREATIVE DIRECTOR: Jason Sifre | DP: Ben Fraternale