Before becoming a freelance journalist and photographer, Andrea Smith was the managing editor of Ladue News, St. Louis Best Bridal, and ABODE magazines. Her work has appeared in those publications and in The Associated Press, Out & About magazine, and Delaware Today. Although her reporting covers a variety of topics, she particularly enjoys discovering new and convenient ways to improve physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. She enjoys traveling and photographing people, especially at the beach or in New York City.