To be a presence on the streets

I'm usually a lone wolf, like any good street photographer. But I am aware that my presence with a camera arouses reactions for the simple fact of being there, in the place. I am a metropolitan photographer who does not hide and am open to the world.

Colo Street Portrait. Mexico City, 2022. Alex Coghe

You ask me for a photo as I pass fast. And I'll do it for you. I have no problems and I find it funny.

The photo may not be perfect and not what one expects from a portrait, but it is the essence of that moment. Street photography is another story. A completely different experience than what can come from studio photography. There is nothing absolutely prepared and even if a person asks you for a portrait it happens in a matter of moments. You don't know the person and I don't even think about putting it in favor of light.

The result is a portrait that is not straight, but satisfies the needs of the moment.

Alex Coghe

Alex Coghe is an Italian editorial and documentary photographer based in Mexico City. His work explores contemporary life, culture, and human presence through documentary photography and portraiture. His images have appeared in international publications, reflecting an approach centered on authenticity, atmosphere, and visual storytelling. Alongside his photographic work, he also leads workshops and masterclasses focused on photographic narrative and observation.

https://alexcoghe.com
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