Veteranos Low Bike Club Mexico: Street Photography and Street Culture together

Street photography is all about being ready: moments come and go in an instant. Yesterday, as I was waiting for my bus at the end of a long photographic day, I stumbled upon a piece of Mexico City's vibrant street culture: the Veteranos Low Bike Club Mexico.

They weren’t just riding bicycles; they were walking their custom lowrider bikes: machines that, at first glance, could be mistaken for Harley-Davidsons. Sleek chrome details, elongated frames, and unmistakable chopper-style handlebars gave them an attitude that was pure street. Without thinking, I raised my camera and started shooting. No questions, no hesitation: just instinct.

What could have been an awkward moment turned into an instant connection. They noticed me, appreciated the attention, and within seconds, they started posing. A simple nod, a shared appreciation for visuals, and suddenly I was part of their scene, even if just for a brief moment. We exchanged Instagram handles, and then my bus arrived, taking me away just as quickly as the moment had begun.

This is the essence of street photography. It’s not just about capturing people: it’s about documenting urban culture, those raw, fleeting interactions that tell a bigger story. And in those few seconds, I had the privilege of witnessing a small but authentic piece of it. And the camera or a bike can be an instrument to meet souls.