Large group of uniformed police officers pose together with K9 unit for department photo.
Three team members sit casually on top of a steel beam structure in black and white.
documentary & portrait PHOTOGRAPHY


What is National Night Out?


National Night Out (NNO) is an annual community-building event across the country where communities connect with law enforcement to promote police-community partnerships and neighborhood fellowship. I learned about NNO via social media and decided I wanted to spend time with my community while documenting good moments. Connecting with Daly City community members, officers, businesses, churches, the library, the fire department, and so much more was a pleasure! 


Out of a gallery of 200+ final images, these are the moments that depict the love and goodness in our community. We are surrounded by people who care and people who show up. Sometimes, showing uptakes is work, and I hope everyone I have to document and connect with knows and remembers that they are seen. 


I hope you get the opportunity to attend NNO next year. Check your local police station for details, or ask Google.

Four friends stand together at outdoor event in casual attire.
Western styled woman in cowboy hat poses with horse at outdoor event.
Learn About NNO
A lively crowd interaction shows balloon art being shared at an outdoor event.
A representative in a navy hoodie displays a TIPS award and pamphlet.
A group gathers around camera equipment during an outdoor filming session.
Religious literature and a sign about following Jesus displayed on a dark surface.
Officer in trooper hat bends down in parking lot next to police vehicle.
Police officer in uniform smiles while patrolling an outdoor community event.
Young rider wearing sunglasses sits atop brown horse at outdoor event.