Arlene was born and raised in The Philippines. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Graphics Design, majoring in Architecture, and then worked as a CAD designer in Dubai's luxury yacht design industry. After immigrating to the U.S. in 2015, Arlene received an interior design certification and a Real Estate license. As a home builder's design assistant and selections coordinator, she leveraged those skills. 
Her passion for photography and her impeccable understanding of interior spaces and residential design inspired her to pursue Interior and Architectural photography. She is currently studying portrait and product photography.