INTERVIEW INTERVIEW May 30, 2021 CANDID SNAPSHOT Photography by David Kugelmas Interview by Melanie Meggs As the hustle and bustle of the city roars outside, one street photographer is determined to capture it in all its beauty and chaos. David Kugelmas is a master at capturing the extraordinary moments of everyday life that often go unnoticed. His eye for detail and ability to find fascinating stories in his everyday surroundings makes him an artist of New York City's vibrant streets. With each photograph, he takes us on a journey of discovery and exploration, revealing a world that is both unexpected and incredibly captivating. From the mundane to the extraordinary, David Kugelmas has the unique ability to capture it like he sees it. Join us as we take a walk with David around the streets of his home city, New York. “I was born in the Bronx, New York and grew up in Marlboro, New Jersey. I have also lived in New York City for many years. I remember always taking the camera (in the house, or car or whenever I saw it!) and snapping pictures from the time I was young and throughout my teenage years. Once cell phones had cameras, I was constantly taking pictures with whatever phone I had; which I still do today! I always have my Canon with me.” IN CONVERSATION WITH DAVID KUGELMAS THE PICTORIAL LIST: David, please tell us where do you find your inspiration? DAVID KUGELMAS: Each day I am able to see beauty in the mundane and also in the faces of people, even when they're wearing masks. TPL: What do you want to express to the viewer? What are some of the elements you always try to include in your photographs? DK: I want people to see what I see, what draws me to the subject and the elements around it. TPL: You live in the city that never sleeps, but where is your most favourite place to go photograph? DK: I love being on the streets...midtown can be a bit boring, but it's convenient to my office and it affords me the ability to shoot on my lunch or before work. I love SoHo and the East Village; really any area in downtown Manhattan is a virtual photographer's playground if they like to shoot street. TPL: When you take pictures, do you usually have a concept in mind of what you want to shoot, or do you let the images just 'come to you', or is it both? DK: So I am a bit of a 'hunter' for shots. Sometimes it's an immediate gut reaction and I shoot, other times I may see a hat that looks stylish and that becomes a shot or it's an outfit that catches my eye. It truly depends on the shot. TPL: Do you have any favourite artists or photographers you would like to share with us? DK: I enjoy some of the well-known work of people like Bruce Gilden, Saul Leiter, Vivian Maier and Richard Sandler. Each day I am able to see beauty in the mundane and in the faces of people. TPL: Describe your process when you go out with your camera. How do people generally react? Have you ever had a negative encounter? If yes, how did you handle it? DK: I am fearless when shooting out there. A few times people have had a few comments, but I laugh and smile it off. One time a guy came over and said "I told you not to take my picture" to which I replied haha ok man - now I did take his picture, but had never seen this human before - he walked away regardless. I am respectful in certain situations and other times I just snap and move on. TPL: How has the pandemic affected you personally and your photography? DK: The pandemic has added an unexpected layer to everything. People have been creative with their masks and using their eyes to tell a story. I have noticed that there has been more people about lately versus a month ago, so it seems that slowly people are coming back into the city for work and also the tourists have been coming back quietly. TPL: Does the equipment you use help you in achieving your vision in your photography? What camera do you use? Do you have a preferred lens/focal length? DK: When I was using the Sony A7S, it was a lot of fun with a slightly longer 24-104 mm Canon lens. My wife had gotten me the Canon T6 Rebel, which I have been using for the last year or so. I have been using the standard 18-55mm lens. Simple, but not elevated. One day, I would love to buy a new camera. TPL: What are some of your goals as an artist or photographer? Where do you hope to see yourself in five years? DK: I would love more people to see my work and be able to sell more of my prints. I am very grateful for the life I have now and work really hard to live my best one. Five years will hopefully yield great things on both a personal and professional level. TPL: Are there any special projects you are currently working on that you would like to let everyone know about? DK: Currently I am not doing any shows, but love doing them during non-pandemic times. Looking forward to resuming showing my work once the opportunity can arise again. TPL: When I am not out photographing, I (like to)… DK: Spend time with my family, dogs, friends...music, art, reading and even relaxing when I can...Family means everything to me (friends are family). David snaps it like he sees it. Living in extraordinary times, he feels it's his duty to capture them one day at a time. Connect with David on Instagram to see more of his candid photography. VIEW DAVID'S PORTFOLIO Instagram >>> read more interviews >>> MARCH FORWARD Through photography, Suzanne Phoenix creates a space for representation, recognition, and resistance — ensuring that the voices of women and gender-diverse people are seen, heard, and celebrated. FLUX: Exploring Form, Luminescence, and Motion Amy Newton-McConnel embraces unpredictability, finding structure within chaos and allowing light to guide the composition. AN ODE TO SPONTANEITY AND SERENDIPITY Meera Nerurkar captures not just what is seen but also what is felt, turning the everyday into something worth a second glance. THAT’S HOW IT IS Luisa Montagna explores the fluid nature of reality - how it shifts depending on the observer, emphasizing that subjective perception takes precedence over objective truth. FUTURE HACKNEY Don Travis and Wayne Crichlow are the photographers and community advocates behind Future Hackney, merging photographic activism and social engagement to amplify inner-city marginalized communities' voices. DAYDREAM IN MEMORIES OF YOUTH Stephanie Duprie Routh's new book and exhibition serves as a layered visual diary that examines sensuality, through retrospection while examining the complexities of aging. LIMINAL SPACES Through her art, Anna Tut aims to bring attention to the complexities of femininity, challenging societal norms and highlighting the often, unseen emotional landscapes women navigate daily. DO YOU SEE MY SILENT TEARS DRYING UP THE STREETS? Justine Georget's photography explores the melancholy and detachment of urban life, capturing the silent struggles and emotional depth of city dwellers through her thoughtful street compositions. LA EDITION Step into the world of John Kayacan, where Los Angeles comes alive in cinematic frames—vibrant streets, hidden corners, and untold stories unfold in every shot, revealing the soul of the city. THROUGH MY FIRST LENS Discover the vibrant world of Madrid’s El Rastro through Carmen Solana Cires' lens. Her project captures the market's rich history, cultural diversity, and the essence of human connection. FRAGMENTS OF MEMORY Dasha Darvaj Umrigar's third-semester photo story captures the melancholic transformation of a once vibrant home, now reduced to mere whispers of solitude and loss. THE ART OF ANALOGUE In a digital era, Paul Cooklin's devotion to analogue photography elevates his work to timeless artistry, where light and chemistry intertwine, creating mesmerising, evocative images that honour the craft's rich heritage. CONNECTED DICHOTOMIES Tatyana Mazok's photography transcends art, weaving life's threads into evocative diptychs that reveal interconnected narratives, challenging us to see the beauty and complexity in our shared experiences. EPHEMERAL RHYTHMS Edwin Carungay's "Boardwalk Diary" captures the vibrant, raw essence of life at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, celebrating the diverse and unfiltered humanity that converges along California's iconic coastline. THE ART OF SELF Mia Depaola's photography inspires self-awareness, capturing the beauty of the human spirit and immortalizing it through her insightful lens. TRUE LIFE IMPRESSIONS Matthias Godde's meticulously curates photographs that blend observation with introspection, resonating with profound emotional depth and infused with wit, irony, and occasional absurdity. NATURE KNOWS NO PAUSE Through her photographs Ann Petruckevitch captures the resilience of nature amidst the challenges of climate change, serving as a reflection on humanity’s relationship with the natural world. URBAN ECHOES Through his project “Echo,” Rowell B. Timoteo extends an invitation to explore the vibrant streets of San Fernando, where his lens captures the nuanced interplay of light, shadow, and human emotion. COLORS OF A GREY CITY In Rafa Rojas' photography project, we witness the convergence of passion and purpose, a visual ode to the city of São Paulo he calls home. PRIMAL INSTINCT Tara Sellios invites us to explore the interplay of life and death, of decay and beauty, and to find within that juxtaposition a reflection of our own existential journey. OPPORTUNITIES The Pictorial List partners with International Photography Awards, enhancing resources for photographers worldwide. We interview IPA founder Hossein Farmani, a visionary in photography. MINIMALIST REVERIE Nazanin Davari's minimalist style invites you to an imaginative world where silence and freedom converge, painting unseen beauty with her lens. THE AUTHENTIC GAZE: THE DON'T SMILE PROJECT Delve into the visual anthology of urban youth, a collection of moments where the mundane transcends into the profound, sparked by the click of Amy Horowitz's camera. BLACK AND WHITE WITH A THREAD OF RED Valeria Cunha is fascinated by the street, using it as inspiration to find structure amidst the confusion. Her photography creates intriguing connections and relationships through dynamic compositions that convey emotion. TALES OF A CITY With a passion for exploring the world through his camera lens, Seigar brings a unique perspective to his art, infused with reflections, colors, and icons.

INTERVIEW INTERVIEW July 15, 2020 URBAN PEACE Photography by Eric Renard Interview by Melanie Meggs Los Angeles based photographer, Eric Renard, has an enviable knack for capturing beauty and peace in the most unlikely of places. His work brings to life the cinematic drama in the shadows of cityscapes and the tranquil wilderness of rural landscapes. Growing up between the bustle of New York City and the serenity of Maine, Eric was exposed to a unique dichotomy of urban and rural living. This duality can be seen throughout his work, from the gritty streets of San Francisco to the sun-soaked highways of Los Angeles. With each high-contrast image, he reveals a distinct sense of peace and solitude rarely featuring more than one or two people. His study under Siegfried Halus at Tufts University further honed his skills, allowing him to capture this elusive beauty with each click of his shutter. Eric Renard's works are as captivating as they are mysterious; ultimately, they take us on a visual journey through the same places he once called home. “I was first exposed to photography by a summer camp counsellor in Maine, named Nick. I don’t recall a lot about him except that he always had a camera in his hand and he was pale and British. Ten years later in college, I studied under a wonderful professor and photographer named Siegfried Halus, who got me passionate about black and white and the Southwest. I was lucky enough to visit with him a few years ago in Santa Fe before he passed away.” IN CONVERSATION WITH ERIC RENARD THE PICTORIAL LIST: Eric, where do you find your inspiration to photograph? ERIC RENARD: Anywhere I can find it. It’s a wonderful thing when something inspires you. TPL: Has your style of photographing changed since you first started? ER: Yes, it's evolving every time I pick up a camera. TPL: Do you have any favourite artists that you would like to share with us, and the reason for their significance? ER: Ansel Adams, Georgia O’Keeffe, Edward Weston and Siegfried Halus. I would have loved to have been at the Yosemite campfire discussions with Adams, O’Keeffe and the Rockefellers. TPL: Where is your favourite place to photograph? ER: I love to shoot in both urban and rural places. New York, Venice and the Southwest of America have always been favorites. TPL: Do you think equipment is important in achieving your vision in your photography? What would you say to someone just starting out? ER: Yes and no. Knowing how to get the most out of your equipment is more important that what you use but you need have to have the right lens for the right situation. I’ve seen phenomenal photos with all kinds of cameras whether digital, film, SLR or phone. My advice to someone just starting out, go take pictures. Henri Cartier-Bresson said it best, “Your first 10,000 photographs are your worst.” You aren't going to get to 10,000 unless you keep shooting. Patience and curiosity too...go find the extraordinary in the ordinary. Always keep your eyes moving. I don’t see the world completely in black and white. Sometimes I do. - Benicio Del Toro TPL: Have you ever been involved in the artistic world before photography? ER: Yes. I have been a graphic designer/creative director for advertising for over twenty five years. TPL: Are there any special projects you are currently working on that you would like to let everyone know about? ER: I had an exhibition here in Los Angeles for Abandoned Spaces & Urban Places last year. I am always adding photographs to that series. We just got back from Venice and Florence in March (the day everything closed down for Covid-19), which is where most of the these images came from. We just returned from a road trip of the Southwestern States, but I have not gone through those images yet. Keep your eyes open for them! TPL: “If I wasn't photographing what would I (like to) be doing?... ER: When I am not being a photographer, I am a father, a husband, a creative director or playing softball.” Eric Renard's photography take us on a visual journey, connecting us to a beauty hidden in the everyday. He has the ability to transport the viewer to a place of serenity, striking a balance between the urban and natural worlds, conveying emotion and story in every image. To truly appreciate Eric's work and to keep up to date with his latest please use the links below. VIEW ERIC'S PORTFOLIO Eric's website >>> Instagram >>> Facebook >>> read more interviews >>> MARCH FORWARD Through photography, Suzanne Phoenix creates a space for representation, recognition, and resistance — ensuring that the voices of women and gender-diverse people are seen, heard, and celebrated. FLUX: Exploring Form, Luminescence, and Motion Amy Newton-McConnel embraces unpredictability, finding structure within chaos and allowing light to guide the composition. AN ODE TO SPONTANEITY AND SERENDIPITY Meera Nerurkar captures not just what is seen but also what is felt, turning the everyday into something worth a second glance. THAT’S HOW IT IS Luisa Montagna explores the fluid nature of reality - how it shifts depending on the observer, emphasizing that subjective perception takes precedence over objective truth. FUTURE HACKNEY Don Travis and Wayne Crichlow are the photographers and community advocates behind Future Hackney, merging photographic activism and social engagement to amplify inner-city marginalized communities' voices. DAYDREAM IN MEMORIES OF YOUTH Stephanie Duprie Routh's new book and exhibition serves as a layered visual diary that examines sensuality, through retrospection while examining the complexities of aging. LIMINAL SPACES Through her art, Anna Tut aims to bring attention to the complexities of femininity, challenging societal norms and highlighting the often, unseen emotional landscapes women navigate daily. DO YOU SEE MY SILENT TEARS DRYING UP THE STREETS? Justine Georget's photography explores the melancholy and detachment of urban life, capturing the silent struggles and emotional depth of city dwellers through her thoughtful street compositions. LA EDITION Step into the world of John Kayacan, where Los Angeles comes alive in cinematic frames—vibrant streets, hidden corners, and untold stories unfold in every shot, revealing the soul of the city. THROUGH MY FIRST LENS Discover the vibrant world of Madrid’s El Rastro through Carmen Solana Cires' lens. Her project captures the market's rich history, cultural diversity, and the essence of human connection. FRAGMENTS OF MEMORY Dasha Darvaj Umrigar's third-semester photo story captures the melancholic transformation of a once vibrant home, now reduced to mere whispers of solitude and loss. THE ART OF ANALOGUE In a digital era, Paul Cooklin's devotion to analogue photography elevates his work to timeless artistry, where light and chemistry intertwine, creating mesmerising, evocative images that honour the craft's rich heritage. CONNECTED DICHOTOMIES Tatyana Mazok's photography transcends art, weaving life's threads into evocative diptychs that reveal interconnected narratives, challenging us to see the beauty and complexity in our shared experiences. EPHEMERAL RHYTHMS Edwin Carungay's "Boardwalk Diary" captures the vibrant, raw essence of life at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, celebrating the diverse and unfiltered humanity that converges along California's iconic coastline. THE ART OF SELF Mia Depaola's photography inspires self-awareness, capturing the beauty of the human spirit and immortalizing it through her insightful lens. TRUE LIFE IMPRESSIONS Matthias Godde's meticulously curates photographs that blend observation with introspection, resonating with profound emotional depth and infused with wit, irony, and occasional absurdity. NATURE KNOWS NO PAUSE Through her photographs Ann Petruckevitch captures the resilience of nature amidst the challenges of climate change, serving as a reflection on humanity’s relationship with the natural world. URBAN ECHOES Through his project “Echo,” Rowell B. Timoteo extends an invitation to explore the vibrant streets of San Fernando, where his lens captures the nuanced interplay of light, shadow, and human emotion. COLORS OF A GREY CITY In Rafa Rojas' photography project, we witness the convergence of passion and purpose, a visual ode to the city of São Paulo he calls home. PRIMAL INSTINCT Tara Sellios invites us to explore the interplay of life and death, of decay and beauty, and to find within that juxtaposition a reflection of our own existential journey. OPPORTUNITIES The Pictorial List partners with International Photography Awards, enhancing resources for photographers worldwide. We interview IPA founder Hossein Farmani, a visionary in photography. MINIMALIST REVERIE Nazanin Davari's minimalist style invites you to an imaginative world where silence and freedom converge, painting unseen beauty with her lens. THE AUTHENTIC GAZE: THE DON'T SMILE PROJECT Delve into the visual anthology of urban youth, a collection of moments where the mundane transcends into the profound, sparked by the click of Amy Horowitz's camera. BLACK AND WHITE WITH A THREAD OF RED Valeria Cunha is fascinated by the street, using it as inspiration to find structure amidst the confusion. Her photography creates intriguing connections and relationships through dynamic compositions that convey emotion. TALES OF A CITY With a passion for exploring the world through his camera lens, Seigar brings a unique perspective to his art, infused with reflections, colors, and icons.

My journey as a photographer began with a simple fascination—a single photo capturing a pop of color amidst the city's grayness. This serendipitous moment ignited a passion within me, driving me to explore every corner of São Paulo in search of similar scenes, each one a thread woven into the fabric of my artistic narrative. In every image, I endeavor to evoke a sense of wonder and curiosity, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in São Paulo's vibrant tapestry and discover the beauty that lies within its urban chaos. My photography is not just a reflection of São Paulo's colors, but a celebration of its spirit—a testament to the resilience, diversity, and boundless creativity that define this extraordinary city. RAFA ROJAS ARTIST'S STATEMENT // My journey as a photographer began with a simple fascination—a single photo capturing a pop of color amidst the city's grayness. This serendipitous moment ignited a passion within me, driving me to explore every corner of São Paulo in search of similar scenes, each one a thread woven into the fabric of my artistic narrative. In every image, I endeavor to evoke a sense of wonder and curiosity, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in São Paulo's vibrant tapestry and discover the beauty that lies within its urban chaos. My photography is not just a reflection of São Paulo's colors, but a celebration of its spirit—a testament to the resilience, diversity, and boundless creativity that define this extraordinary city. LOCATION São Paulo BRAZIL CAMERA/S Nikon D3400/D7500, Redmi Note 8Pro Xiaomi CATEGORY street WEBSITE https://rafarojas.myportfolio.com/ @_RAFAROJAS FEATURES // COLORS OF GREY CITY

Future Hackney is a social profit organisation that combines documentary and co-authorship to create a hybrid genre of photographic storytelling. Our exhibitions are inclusive, working at the intersections of photography and social engagement. Based in East London, we document Dalston’s history and present communities, alongside protests, carnivals, street culture and urban heritage. We are a grass roots led initiative, who use digital and analogue mediums to tell stories and through street and documentary photography. We create photographs, oral histories, reminisces, community dialogues, street galleries, living archives, online platforms, social media, print and press co-authored with communities. We facilitate young people and intergenerational residents in our creative, skill-based workshops, whilst producing a professional photographic archive. For more information see our community page. FUTURE HACKNEY ARTIST'S STATEMENT // Future Hackney is a social profit organisation that combines documentary and co-authorship to create a hybrid genre of photographic storytelling. Our exhibitions are inclusive, working at the intersections of photography and social engagement. Based in East London, we document Dalston’s history and present communities, alongside protests, carnivals, street culture and urban heritage. We are a grass roots led initiative, who use digital and analogue mediums to tell stories and through street and documentary photography. We create photographs, oral histories, reminisces, community dialogues, street galleries, living archives, online platforms, social media, print and press co-authored with communities. We facilitate young people and intergenerational residents in our creative, skill-based workshops, whilst producing a professional photographic archive. For more information see our community page. LOCATION London UNITED KINGDOM CAMERA/S Fuji X Series, Pentax K1000 CATEGORY documentary, social, political, heritage and urban storytelling WEBSITE https://futurehackney.com/ @FUTUREHACKNEY @future_hackney FEATURES // Future Hackney

I find immense fascination in the everyday tapestry of life, where I uncover meaningful narratives by borrowing expressions from those around me, capturing raw and unscripted moments. Then, I stumbled upon the art of street photography. With my camera as an extension of my vision and my motivation to observe, I weave stories from chance encounters, blending them with the extraordinary photographic experiences born of happenstance. Despite my daily eight-hour work schedule, my day job and my passion for street photography have found a harmonious coexistence. Street photography infuses vibrancy into my ordinary existence. The more I immerse myself in the craft, the better I become as a person, even in navigating the day-to-day decisions at work. It serves as a wellspring of inspiration, propelling my growth and improvement. ROWELL B. TIMOTEO ARTIST'S STATEMENT // I find immense fascination in the everyday tapestry of life, where I uncover meaningful narratives by borrowing expressions from those around me, capturing raw and unscripted moments. Then, I stumbled upon the art of street photography. With my camera as an extension of my vision and my motivation to observe, I weave stories from chance encounters, blending them with the extraordinary photographic experiences born of happenstance. Despite my daily eight-hour work schedule, my day job and my passion for street photography have found a harmonious coexistence. Street photography infuses vibrancy into my ordinary existence. The more I immerse myself in the craft, the better I become as a person, even in navigating the day-to-day decisions at work. It serves as a wellspring of inspiration, propelling my growth and improvement. LOCATION La Union PHILIPPINES CAMERA/S Fuji Xpro2, Fuji XA3, Realme 6 pro smartphone CATEGORY street @ROWELLTIMOTEO @ROWELL.TIMOTEO.7 FEATURES // Urban Echoes

I am a photographer based in Athens, Greece. I am currently studying at the Athens School of Fine Arts, on Master of Digital Arts. I have a Bachelor's degree in Photography and Audiovisual Arts, from the University of West Attica, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Classical Guitar Studies. In my work I mainly deal with self-portraits, narrative photography and video art. Through my images I attempt an inner search around the self-image, and I try to set questions about the relationship between photography and reality, the interpretation of the image, but also the human need to immortalise the visible. I am concerned with issues of identity and roles. I explore the relationship between the photographer and the subject, and consequently of the artist and their model, and I study how they influence each other, something that is of particular interest in self-portraits. I also study the way in which the human body can function as a symbolic element in art. In my work I follow a kind of ritual, mainly in terms of research and the choices I make. This includes the semiology, the identity that I will choose to present, the means that I will use, but also what I will choose to present to the viewer. I like to create artistic hybrids, by blending techniques from different artistic fields. I try to relate knowledge and practices from my various interests, creating a dialogue between different fields. I combine influences from photography, painting, cinema, sculpture, literature and even music. NICOLE TSATSOU be inspired Gallery // ARTIST'S STATEMENT // I am a photographer based in Athens, Greece. I am currently studying at the Athens School of Fine Arts, on Master of Digital Arts. I have a Bachelor's degree in Photography and Audiovisual Arts, from the University of West Attica, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Classical Guitar Studies. In my work I mainly deal with self-portraits, narrative photography and video art. Through my images I attempt an inner search around the self-image, and I try to set questions about the relationship between photography and reality, the interpretation of the image, but also the human need to immortalise the visible. I am concerned with issues of identity and roles. I explore the relationship between the photographer and the subject, and consequently of the artist and their model, and I study how they influence each other, something that is of particular interest in self-portraits. I also study the way in which the human body can function as a symbolic element in art. In my work I follow a kind of ritual, mainly in terms of research and the choices I make. This includes the semiology, the identity that I will choose to present, the means that I will use, but also what I will choose to present to the viewer. I like to create artistic hybrids, by blending techniques from different artistic fields. I try to relate knowledge and practices from my various interests, creating a dialogue between different fields. I combine influences from photography, painting, cinema, sculpture, literature and even music. LOCATION Athens GREECE CAMERA Sony a7 CATEGORY self portrait, narrative WEBSITE http://www.nicoletsatsou.com/ @NICOLE_TSATSOU FEATURES // Inner Truths

I thought that, with time, all the questions I have been asking myself for years about my relationship with photography would be resolved. To give evidence of a world in continuous change?, To provoke feelings?, Poke around in the consciences?, Hedonistic exercise? Selfish Utilitarianism?, Memory sustenance? Far from it, a multitude of possible answers remain open. Doing photography: a crude attempt to usurp from Life infinitesimal parts of its Time - that merciless God - to recompose them in whimsical combinations of light and shadow, creating illusory windows to the outside world but also to the inner one. I hardly ever photograph objects, monuments or landscapes, which, if anything, are mere decorations accompanying a single protagonist: the human being, with his strengths and miseries, with his yearnings and frustrations, with his laughter and tears. And I can't remember a single one of my photographs in which, at the moment of shooting, I have not been accompanied by the deep conviction that only chance or even time are the single reason why I’m not that old man from a remote tribe, that devotee in ecstasy inside a madrassa, that beggar sheltering from the rain under the tin or that nouveau riche who disdains everything that doesn't concern him in the first person. I do not photograph what I see but what I am. I never think of my photographs as art objects or consumer items, they have nothing to do with ephemerality either. I think of them as tools at the service of a simple idea so masterfully summarized by Wayne Miller: the universal truths of being human. I firmly believe that the value of a photograph is shared, at least in equal parts, between the photographer and his models, who tolerate and accept his presence, who endure on many occasions his intrusion and insolence, and who in the end, converted into paper and unaware of the passage of time, allow themselves to be observed, returning to us, like mirrors, some unknown part of ourselves. RPNUNYEZ be inspired Gallery // ARTIST'S STATEMENT // I thought that, with time, all the questions I have been asking myself for years about my relationship with photography would be resolved. To give evidence of a world in continuous change?, To provoke feelings?, Poke around in the consciences?, Hedonistic exercise? Selfish Utilitarianism?, Memory sustenance? Far from it, a multitude of possible answers remain open. Doing photography: a crude attempt to usurp from Life infinitesimal parts of its Time - that merciless God - to recompose them in whimsical combinations of light and shadow, creating illusory windows to the outside world but also to the inner one. I hardly ever photograph objects, monuments or landscapes, which, if anything, are mere decorations accompanying a single protagonist: the human being, with his strengths and miseries, with his yearnings and frustrations, with his laughter and tears. And I can't remember a single one of my photographs in which, at the moment of shooting, I have not been accompanied by the deep conviction that only chance or even time are the single reason why I’m not that old man from a remote tribe, that devotee in ecstasy inside a madrassa, that beggar sheltering from the rain under the tin or that nouveau riche who disdains everything that doesn't concern him in the first person. I do not photograph what I see but what I am. I never think of my photographs as art objects or consumer items, they have nothing to do with ephemerality either. I think of them as tools at the service of a simple idea so masterfully summarized by Wayne Miller: the universal truths of being human. I firmly believe that the value of a photograph is shared, at least in equal parts, between the photographer and his models, who tolerate and accept his presence, who endure on many occasions his intrusion and insolence, and who in the end, converted into paper and unaware of the passage of time, allow themselves to be observed, returning to us, like mirrors, some unknown part of ourselves. LOCATION San Javier SPAIN CAMERA Nikon D810 CATEGORY documentary WEBSITE https://www.rpnunyez.com/ @RPNUNYEZ_PHOTOGRAPHER FEATURES // Red Blood Abyssinian Diaries The Whirling Dervishes of Konya

There is a freedom in outward expression. Amplified by the year spent indoors hiding from a deadly virus, freedom, beginning in the Spring of 2021, took on a distinctive aura: a bold, colorful one. There was a vibrancy, a specific mix of joy, defiance, morality, kindness, and a bit of despair, that I like to think was tinged with hope. Underneath the dyed hair and accessories, tattoos, and thigh high boots, stands someone’s son, someone’s daughter, a human with hopes and vulnerabilities. While we’re all trying to find our way in the world, the beauty of these people is in their self-expression. The people here seem to unabashedly bare and present themselves to the world. They tell their truth and what could be more beautiful? What ultimately propels me to ask, “Can I take your portrait?” is a warmth I sense, something soft underneath the shell. Taking these portraits, I get inside, even if only for a short while. Interacting with these individuals, with their persistent youthful energy, I find myself both stimulated and grounded. Perhaps these young people can sense I’m a mother, allowing them ease and comfort when interacting with me. On one occasion, a young person asked me for a band aid, perhaps rightly pegging me as a “nurturer.” Maybe that’s why most comply when I ask for a portrait. I’ve raised three children, now adults, in the homogenous New Jersey suburbs. Individuality and distinctiveness were a rarity there and perhaps that’s why I now document those on the cusp of adulthood in New York City, one of the most culturally diverse in the nation. One of the more interesting things I’ve found is how quickly a connection can be formed between two strangers, with the camera’s lens serving as a conduit. So, when I begin shooting, I direct people by saying, “Okay, look in my eyes, and whatever you do, don’t smile.” Oddly, these words seem to put people at ease. AMY HOROWITZ ARTIST'S STATEMENT // There is a freedom in outward expression. Amplified by the year spent indoors hiding from a deadly virus, freedom, beginning in the Spring of 2021, took on a distinctive aura: a bold, colorful one. There was a vibrancy, a specific mix of joy, defiance, morality, kindness, and a bit of despair, that I like to think was tinged with hope. Underneath the dyed hair and accessories, tattoos, and thigh high boots, stands someone’s son, someone’s daughter, a human with hopes and vulnerabilities. While we’re all trying to find our way in the world, the beauty of these people is in their self-expression. The people here seem to unabashedly bare and present themselves to the world. They tell their truth and what could be more beautiful? What ultimately propels me to ask, “Can I take your portrait?” is a warmth I sense, something soft underneath the shell. Taking these portraits, I get inside, even if only for a short while. Interacting with these individuals, with their persistent youthful energy, I find myself both stimulated and grounded. Perhaps these young people can sense I’m a mother, allowing them ease and comfort when interacting with me. On one occasion, a young person asked me for a band aid, perhaps rightly pegging me as a “nurturer.” Maybe that’s why most comply when I ask for a portrait. I’ve raised three children, now adults, in the homogenous New Jersey suburbs. Individuality and distinctiveness were a rarity there and perhaps that’s why I now document those on the cusp of adulthood in New York City, one of the most culturally diverse in the nation. One of the more interesting things I’ve found is how quickly a connection can be formed between two strangers, with the camera’s lens serving as a conduit. So, when I begin shooting, I direct people by saying, “Okay, look in my eyes, and whatever you do, don’t smile.” Oddly, these words seem to put people at ease. LOCATION New York UNITED STATES CAMERA/S Nikon Z7 CATEGORY street, documentary WEBSITE https://dontsmilenyc.com/ @DONT_SMILE_NYC FEATURES // The Authentic Gaze: The Don't Smile Project

INTERVIEW INTERVIEW December 3, 2020 NETHERLANDS NOSTALGIA Photography by José Luis Blach Leyenda Interview by Melanie Meggs Nestled in the quaint streets of the Netherlands, lies a talented photographer who has taken the art of capturing moments to the next level. José Luis Blach Leyenda is an autodidact photographer whose passion for photography only started a few years ago when he picked up a camera in a pursuit to capture the charm of architecture and nostalgia of the streets. His commitment to pursue those perfect shots is remarkable and for José, every small improvement in his photography is a win. “I try to let the photography speak by itself or at least give an expression that characterize my photography. Let others judge...It can be a moment a spot or a subject passing by and frame it to make the overhaul an interesting perspective. Freeze the moment!” IN CONVERSATION WITH JOSÉ LUIS BLACH LEYENDA THE PICTORIAL LIST: Jose please tell us about yourself. When did you start getting interested in photography? JOSÉ LUIS BLACH LEYENDA: I have a technical background and work in a Medical Device Company. My interests have always been on Architecture, Interior Design and History (Civilizations). Photography has always been there as a kind of nostalgia of the film days when my father shot on film. About four years ago I went to Japan Tokyo on vacation and bought myself an Olympus OMD EM5 with a 35mm and a telephoto lens 175mm to capture my summer vacation and was curious to experience it through photography. I was a little overwhelmed by Tokyo as a street photography city with all its lights and buzzing streets. I was shooting on full automatic because at that point hadn’t figured out the triangle of photography as well as metering and more technical stuff that I wasn’t at that point much familiar. TPL: Where do you find your inspiration? JLBL: From interior magazines, architecture buildings, museums and by watching the streets and absorbing all kind of fields. I have always been interested in art actually. TPL: Do you prefer to photograph alone or with friends? JLBL: Prefer to shoot alone and concentrate on the street commuters and random people that I find interesting or shooting architecture and trying to find lights and shadows that can add more to it. TPL: Are there any books that you have read that have inspired your creativity and that you would like to recommend to us? JLBL: I live at The Hague in the Netherlands and visit several times the Escher Museum and read the Escher journals by the graphic Dutch artist. TPL: Who are your favourite artists? JLBL: Fan Ho has an amazing style of shooting and I casually got his name from a YouTube channel about photography and Hong Kong that I was following. Life hasn’t no limitations, except the ones you make. TPL: Where is your favourite place to photograph? JLBL: Rotterdam because of its modern architecture...London City for its small streets and alleys against high buildings, the Brutalism buildings and the vibe on the streets...Berlin with its mix of modern and old buildings, museums and also the mixture of pop culture and people...Oporto because of its modern mixed with old...Santiago de Compostela in Spain especially the impressive Gaia’s Center Museum, an architecture masterpiece of multiple buildings and granite shapes on top of Mt. Gaia. By the way, an architecture photography must see. TPL: How does the equipment you use help you in achieving your vision in your photography? Do you have a preferred lens/focal length? JLBL: A few years I wanted to change my Olympus OMD and decided after watching reviews on the Fujifilm X system and was quite excited about its handling with the dedicated buttons and the sensor of the X Pro 1 and the well known film simulations. It's a tool but actually I like the handling very much . I started with a 23mm f2.0 and tried to frame a story and then switched to a 58mm Optic Meyer new lens with a vintage look for street . Now I have a telephoto R mount lens 135mm with an adapter to try minimalistic architecture and experience something different and have another perspective of shooting . TPL: What are some of your goals as an artist? Where do you see yourself or hope to see yourself in five years? JLBL: Improve my skills and find consistency on my work and try to see photography from different angles and perspectives. TPL: “When I am not out photographing, I (like to)… JLBL: Like to read biographies and also about Ancient Rome civilization as visit museums and archeological sites if I am on a short vacations.” José Luis Blach Leyenda is an inspiring example of using photography as a way to capture the nostalgia of the streets and their architecture. His dedication and passion for his craft is worthy of admiration. We encourage everyone to follow José on Instagram and keep track of his journey as he continues to hone his craft. VIEW JOSÉ'S PORTFOLIO Jose's instagram >>> read more interviews >>> MARCH FORWARD Through photography, Suzanne Phoenix creates a space for representation, recognition, and resistance — ensuring that the voices of women and gender-diverse people are seen, heard, and celebrated. FLUX: Exploring Form, Luminescence, and Motion Amy Newton-McConnel embraces unpredictability, finding structure within chaos and allowing light to guide the composition. AN ODE TO SPONTANEITY AND SERENDIPITY Meera Nerurkar captures not just what is seen but also what is felt, turning the everyday into something worth a second glance. THAT’S HOW IT IS Luisa Montagna explores the fluid nature of reality - how it shifts depending on the observer, emphasizing that subjective perception takes precedence over objective truth. 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My passion for photography has been with me for as long as I can remember, shaping my creative journey and driving my exploration of visual storytelling. My primary focus is on product photography, event photography, and documentary work, where I aim to capture the essence of moments and objects in a compelling way. In addition to photography, I am deeply inspired by graphic design, and I find that this influence often feeds into my photographic approach. I am always eager to push boundaries, experiment with new ideas, and learn from each experience. Creativity fuels everything I do, and I’m constantly searching for innovative ways to express my vision. CARMEN SOLANA CIRES ARTIST'S STATEMENT // My passion for photography has been with me for as long as I can remember, shaping my creative journey and driving my exploration of visual storytelling. My primary focus is on product photography, event photography, and documentary work, where I aim to capture the essence of moments and objects in a compelling way. In addition to photography, I am deeply inspired by graphic design, and I find that this influence often feeds into my photographic approach. I am always eager to push boundaries, experiment with new ideas, and learn from each experience. Creativity fuels everything I do, and I’m constantly searching for innovative ways to express my vision. LOCATION Madrid SPAIN CAMERA/S Nikon D5600 CATEGORY documentary, event, advertising, portrait, fashion, landscape WEBSITE https://carmensolanacires.myportfolio.com/work @CARMENSOLANA.JPG FEATURES // Through My First Lens

My primary body of work is colour. The choice of colour is always part of the composition, setting the mood, the atmosphere, a complement to the story, strengthening and providing depth to the narrative. Red is one of my favorite colours, I’m naturally drawn to strong and saturating hues. Red for me conveys strong emotions, and builds character. It's indisputably powerful, it’s full of passion, it’s provocative, full of love, embodies strength, sensuality, but also seeds anger, war, conflict, blood. It’s the opposite of neutral, sweetness, indifference. When I see in red, I’m sculpting the way the viewer reads the image. I'm inviting the viewer to immerse themselves into the deepness of sensations and emotions that red unlocks. Red is to be wrapped up in the emotional whirl and in charge of the capture to reflect the intensity in the moment. I'm also being provocative by driving an emotional response. Red helps to strengthen the subject, empowering the dynamics of the scene. VALERIA CUNHA ARTIST'S STATEMENT // My primary body of work is colour. The choice of colour is always part of the composition, setting the mood, the atmosphere, a complement to the story, strengthening and providing depth to the narrative. Red is one of my favorite colours, I’m naturally drawn to strong and saturating hues. Red for me conveys strong emotions, and builds character. It's indisputably powerful, it’s full of passion, it’s provocative, full of love, embodies strength, sensuality, but also seeds anger, war, conflict, blood. It’s the opposite of neutral, sweetness, indifference. When I see in red, I’m sculpting the way the viewer reads the image. I'm inviting the viewer to immerse themselves into the deepness of sensations and emotions that red unlocks. Red is to be wrapped up in the emotional whirl and in charge of the capture to reflect the intensity in the moment. I'm also being provocative by driving an emotional response. Red helps to strengthen the subject, empowering the dynamics of the scene. LOCATION London UNITED KINGDOM CAMERA/S Fujifilm XT4, Fujifilm XT20 CATEGORY street @VALERIA_RIBEIRO_CUNHA Black and White With a Thread of Red

I have worked as a professional actor for over 30 years in theatre, film and television. And as an actor I have spent my life delving beneath the surface of a character to reveal the details of human behaviour. As a street photographer, I’m always drawn to the story I see in front of me. I'm looking for the scene, the moment of dramatic tension or the beginning, middle and end of something. Who are you? What are you doing? What has just happened? What is the story? I like to capture the moment after which nothing will ever be the same. A director once said to me about a role I was playing: “This character speaks to discover what she’s thinking.” As a photographer I think I make photographs to discover what I see. I photograph on many streets in many cities but I keep returning to make photographs at the beach. It’s here that time stops and life unfolds in unexpected ways. People reinvent and rearrange themselves when they come to the beach and suddenly a devised theatre of connection appears. I’m drawn into something that has just happened. Or is about to happen. I see the sketch of a character, a hint of a story and the joy of feeling like I understand the rest. There is a mystery conveying too much and too little in a single moment and I want to capture it. People live their best lives by the water. And I come to witness the event. MARIA RICOSSA be inspired Gallery // ARTIST'S STATEMENT // I have worked as a professional actor for over 30 years in theatre, film and television. And as an actor I have spent my life delving beneath the surface of a character to reveal the details of human behaviour. As a street photographer, I’m always drawn to the story I see in front of me. I'm looking for the scene, the moment of dramatic tension or the beginning, middle and end of something. Who are you? What are you doing? What has just happened? What is the story? I like to capture the moment after which nothing will ever be the same. A director once said to me about a role I was playing: “This character speaks to discover what she’s thinking.” As a photographer I think I make photographs to discover what I see. I photograph on many streets in many cities but I keep returning to make photographs at the beach. It’s here that time stops and life unfolds in unexpected ways. People reinvent and rearrange themselves when they come to the beach and suddenly a devised theatre of connection appears. I’m drawn into something that has just happened. Or is about to happen. I see the sketch of a character, a hint of a story and the joy of feeling like I understand the rest. There is a mystery conveying too much and too little in a single moment and I want to capture it. People live their best lives by the water. And I come to witness the event. LOCATION CANADA CAMERA Fuji X100F CATEGORY street WEBSITE http://mariaricossaphotography.com/ @MRICOSSA FEATURES // Beach Stories