Portraiture in street photography is rooted in courage; in expressing identity, authenticity, and cultural pride, and in approaching someone before the moment passes. Its reward lies in capturing a person “as is,” without expectations or preparation, preserving fleeting, precious moments. I’m grateful for every encounter that made these portraits possible.

These images emerge from an exploration of new approaches to creating through photography. Lately, my work has centered on shaping stronger visual narratives, taking artistic risks, and pushing beyond my comfort zone to develop more concept-driven pieces.

These moments are captured within crowded, ever-shifting public spaces where everything is in motion, including myself. I move in sync with my surroundings, feeling part of the scene while simultaneously stepping back as an observer. Chaotic environments are especially fertile for my process, which relies more on serendipity than on pre-planned scenarios.

These “found” objects were photographed quickly, almost instinctively, yet they later revealed unexpected memories and emotions. I’m drawn to ordinary, overlooked items, framing them in ways that invite viewers to bring their own cultural and conceptual meanings. 

Portraits of proud working people in their own environments, immersed in the everyday rhythms of their craft. I’m especially drawn to those who work with their hands—a connection rooted in my upbringing around family artisans and frequent visits to town markets in Puerto Rico. While many of those scenes have faded from my homeland and my life in the United States, I’ve found them thriving in towns and villages around the world.

The “lifeless” beings. These figures feel charged with emotion, standing in contrast to an increasingly emotionless human society. Individualism, fear, toxic positivity, and a lack of authentic connection have created a landscape where these inanimate figures often communicate more powerfully than humans themselves.