About Me


Welcome and thank you for visiting my store!  I am an American international award-winning photographer living in the Luberon Valley of Provence, France.  I first came to Provence in 2014 and instantly fell in love with the area, and knew that I wanted to live here.  I was inspired by the lifestyle of the french countryside, the incredible natural beauty of nature, and the spectacular light that encompasses this area. 

At the time, I was working as a registered nurse and pursing photography part-time in hopes of making a career change to become a full-time professional photographer.  I had no idea how I would make my dream a reality, but I felt in my heart that this is what I wanted to do.

From 2014 to 2017, I visited France four times and in December of 2017 I decided it was time to let go of my safety net and make the change my heart and soul craved.  I took an early retirement from my nursing career, sold my house, applied for a one year visa, and bought a one-way ticket to France.  On February 15th, 2018, I boarded my flight to France with ten suitcases, four of them were full of photography gear and started my adventure. 

It has been and continues to be the most amazing adventure of my life.  I am inspired daily by the beauty that surrounds me, it brings me an incredible amount of peace and joy. 

In offering my images I hope that they will bring beauty, happiness and joy into your home.

Bonne journée,

Raina 

If you would like to see my extensive portfolio and explore workshops and portrait sessions which I offer in Provence, please click here