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WAYAN BARRE

ARTIST'S STATEMENT //

As a documentary photographer, my work seeks to explore the lives of communities often pushed to the margins of society. For over ten years, I have immersed myself in the fascinating yet complex world of street and documentary photography, influenced by masters such as Saul Leiter, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Josef Koudelka. What began as a journey to capture single moments on the street evolved into a deeper pursuit of storytelling through my images.

I am particularly drawn to the borders and edges of society, places where cultures intersect — sometimes smoothly, other times with friction. This tension, these stories of resilience, adaptation, and struggle, continually shape my work. From documenting Serbs in Kosovo to spending time with Native Americans, I’ve had the privilege of accessing communities whose lives are rarely seen up close.

Since relocating to the United States in 2022, I’ve pursued projects that reflect my passion for long-term, immersive documentation. Each project is a step further into the narratives of people whose stories often go unheard. These voices fuel my passion for social documentary photography, guiding me to tell stories that matter.

LOCATION

New Orleans UNITED STATES

CAMERA/S

Sony A1

CATEGORY

documentary

WEBSITE

@WAYANBARRE

@WAYANBARRE

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