Aston Photography

After 10 years at the U.S. Naval Academy and 20 years of federal service, I’m officially moving on.

I’ve had the opportunity to document midshipmen, leadership, and moments that matter—over 59,000 images since 2016. That work means something, and I’m proud of it.

It wasn’t always easy. Like a lot of photographers in public affairs, I’ve seen the challenges when the craft isn’t always fully understood or valued. But I stayed true to it.

Now it’s time for the next chapter.

I’m not putting the camera down—just shifting focus. More community work, more storytelling, more of what matters.

Appreciate everyone who supported me along the way.

U.S. Naval Academy 2026 Herndon Climb ANNAPOLIS, Md. (May 13, 2026) U.S. Naval Academy’s 66th Superintendent Marine Lt. Gen. Michael J. Borgschulte congratulates Midshipman 4th Class Lincoln Hedberg, 18 years old, of Montclair, New Jersey after placing the midshipman cover atop the Herndon monument. USNA plebes (freshmen) climb the He...