Aaron Howard is a photographer, surfer, and Isla Vista resident. His first exposure to photography was an elective class in high school using film cameras and a darkroom. During college and beyond Aaron photographed coastal California and destinations abroad while traveling. His camera served as a tool for creative expression during graduate school and working as a marine science researcher at UC Santa Barbara. Aaron worked as a staff photographer for the university to aid campus sustainability efforts and also founded a photography non-profit that donated proceeds to local environmental causes. Aaron’s inspiration for photography is rooted in his relationship with the ocean and respect for the land he resides. He believes in the power of photography as a catalyst for positive change.