ABOUT Gayle

iportrait artist, mentor, mother, and former 1st grade Teacher - based in Austin tx since 1994.

For portrait PHOTOGRAPHY inquiries, please contact Gayle below.

For FACES OF THE WAVES inquiries, please contact Gayle below.

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More about gayle

Growing up, I was deeply inspired by my parents, who dedicated over 50 years to serving the city of Huntington Beach through their volunteer work—my Dad even served as Mayor. Their commitment to community left a lasting impression on me, and I’ve found immense joy in carrying that spirit of service forward in my own life.

over the years its been an honor to support organizations close to my heart, Magdalene House Austin, which aids women survivors of trafficking, the Mack Jack McConaughey Foundation, empowering kids through education and support, and The Starlight Foundation, bringing happiness to seriously ill children.

During covid I launched Faces of the Waves in my hometown of Huntington Beach, CA. This project celebrates the profound sense of belonging found in surf communities—or any community—through portraits and storytelling on social media. Through this work, I hope to inspire others to connect, celebrate, and cherish the unique bonds that bring us together.

How it all started

When I was 14 years old my Dad handed me his Nikon camera. I photographed two young girls, my very first portraits. That summer he built a darkroom in our backyard and the rest is history. I fell in love with the power of telling stories through portraiture.