Franklin's love for the outdoors, affinity for spontaneity, and appreciation for wildlife comes from his upbringing. Splitting his time between two of the most beautiful states in the nation, Oregon and Alaska, from such a young age sparked a love for photography. All moments are captured candidly during his normal day-to-day life. This includes his time hunting, fishing, beachcombing, kayaking, and hiking.

He is 25 years old and is married to his beautiful wife Lola, they live on Prince of Wales Island, Alaska and love to travel in their spare time.