I was commissioned by The Collider to document an evening with Neil deGrasse Tyson in North Carolina, which included the pre-show VIP reception, live speaking event, and post-show portrait moments. The focus was on capturing both the scale of the audience experience and the quieter, more personal interactions surrounding it.

Working in a live environment required speed, awareness, and precision. I moved between staged moments and candid observation, documenting the energy of the room as well as the intimacy of one-on-one encounters. The resulting images were used across digital and promotional channels to extend the reach of the event beyond the room.