Side Quests

2024
With Side Quests, I aimed to capture a narrative familiar to anyone in the EDM community—those moments of wandering through the "real world" in rave attire, feeling out of place yet completely unapologetic. The story follows two raver girls, Sophie and Riley, as they embark on their side quests: stopping at the liquor store (a huge thank you to the owners who graciously let me shoot from inside the beer cooler for some killer shots), swinging by the smoke shop, and exploring the bathroom and back patio at the show. Their journey continues with post-show antics, getting high and playing on a playground, finding a toy horse left out with the neighbor’s trash to party with, and eventually crashing after a wild night. Inspired by the gritty aesthetics of Skins, Requiem for a Dream, and Euphoria, I aimed to evoke a raw, grungy vibe throughout the shoot that brought forth the same romanticized perception of spinning out. Shooting with my two best raver friends made the night an absolute blast as we roamed Denver, constantly brainstorming and creating.
Stay Mile High ✌️