Street Life Eduardo Ortiz
Jun 19, 2025
Eduardo Ortiz is a globe-trotting street photographer from Chile, now based in Italy, known for his vibrant documentary work. He shares his fascinating journey in street photography, discussing the challenge of capturing genuine human interactions versus trendy, soulless images. Eduardo emphasizes the role of community, critiques social media's impact, and explains the importance of approaching subjects with respect. He also explores his creative process, his experiences in different countries, and the value of workshops in teaching photography.
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Ferry Meeting That Changed His Path
- Eduardo began street photography after meeting a photographer on a ferry in Turkey who taught him layering and connected him to the community.
- That mentorship and time in Istanbul during COVID transformed a hobby into his career and teaching opportunities.
Travel Jobs Fund A Photography Life
- Eduardo lived and worked across Europe cooking and studying languages before committing to photography full-time.
- He used travel jobs and language learning to sustain long-term global photography projects.
Aesthetics Alone Make Street Photos Soulless
- Street photography is broad but is losing depth when driven solely by Instagram aesthetics.
- Eduardo argues images must convey smell, emotion, and story, not just fashionable composition.
