From 2000-2011 I enjoyed a second career as a professional photographer with a studio out of Los Angeles, California. My images have been published in both U.S. and international media. I am a current board member of Yosemite Sierra Artists and co-curator of the annual Visions of Self competition for female artists across the world. I have also developed and run MettaGallery.com, an online gallery for art shows and artists.

My art photography concentrates on portraiture of people and nature, showing the intricate beauty of both.

I have written articles critiquing the fashion industry, which were featured in Ms. Magazine and featured on the BBC. The BBC feature was then picked up by MSN, The Independent, FStoppers, and many other media outlets. I am honored that the issue of the portrayal of women as victims in advertising has come to the attention of the mainstream media and the fashion industry is acknowledging and correcting it.