I've been working in behavioral health for almost four decades, primarily treating Mood Disorders (Major Depression, Bipolar, et al.). I've worked with a lot of people who struggle to function because of their depression, and it's a difficult journey. That's what inspired me to do the OUT OF THE DARKNESS series of images. You'll notice that some of the images have subjects that have flaws and imperfections. We all have flaws. We can be beautiful despite our imperfections.