There was a moment when she paused, smelling a delicate flower. In that second, I felt the entire world slow down. This mountaineer, who’s conquered rugged peaks, was also a gentle soul, finding wonder in the smallest things.

When we danced, though—that’s when everything aligned. I’m usually the one telling people, “Just be yourself,” from behind the camera. But Joanna, with her natural spiritual glow, made me be myself too. We recorded a playful video, and I realized that being in front of the lens with her was just as transformative as being behind it.

That gratitude—oh, I felt it deeply. Joanna’s essence isn’t just captured in these photos; it’s in the experience she creates. I’m grateful to have caught her essence, and grateful that she reminded me of mine. In that dance, both behind and in front of the lens, we flowed with love and light.

So here’s to Joanna, and here’s to all of us who need a little reminder to dance, to shine, and to embrace the flow. It’s all around us—we just need to step in.