In late 2019, a meditation led me to a profound question: Could a mother's emotional and mental state influence her unborn child?

As a maternity photographer with over 25 years of experience in Los Angeles, this question sparked a deep curiosity within me. I began to explore the power of visualization—a tool commonly used in athletic training—and its potential impact on shaping a child’s emotional and cognitive development.

Through my research, I discovered many scientific studies and evidence that confirm the profound influence of maternal well-being on a child’s growth. But I also learned of a heartbreaking reality: Over 300,000 women die each year from childbirth-related causes, and more than a million babies don’t survive past infancy. Many of these deaths are preventable, often due to a lack of access to proper care, education, and hygiene.

This stark truth led to the creation of Women of Maternal Beauty (W.O.M.B), The World Project.

This traveling exhibition honors the strength and resilience of mothers in 18 of the world’s most underserved regions. Proceeds from the project will directly support these communities, providing vital resources to improve maternal care and save lives.

You can join this mission by purchasing from my photo-art collection, which celebrates the beauty of creation in all its forms. Because no woman should ever have to risk her life to bring new life into the world.