Melany Sarafis served her country for 24 years and recently retired from the USAF as a First Sergeant.
She thinks it's really stupid when photographers refer to themselves in the 3rd person on their biographies.
I needed to do something 'low speed' after a successful but stressful military career. I've have been an avid photographer for 5 years and enjoy this 'internal' creative process. I am now a full time student at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Tx, persuing a BFA in Studio Arts with an emphasis in Photography.
I'm happiest when I'm outdoors with nature, and I love rural decay and exploring ghost towns. I feel my spirit soar when I'm outside!
I often add textures to 'abandoned' photos, giving them a rustic 'old picture' look.