Diego's project focuses on capturing the essence of island bikers, aiming to create lasting images that reflect their daily lives and connection to their environment. He describes his experience on the island, emphasizing the dreamlike escape from reality and the importance of everyday stories that often go unnoticed. As he documented the bikers, he built relationships that allowed him to authentically portray their roles in the community. His photographic journey seeks to evoke curiosity and connection among viewers, highlighting the viewers' engagement with these stories and the distinctiveness of island life.
The hope was for the images to feel lasting, something that could be looked at years from now and still feel important, capturing the island's magical, distinctive atmosphere.
In doing so, he captures the connection they have with their island, and creates a space for audiences to observe, be curious, and listen.
I hope the series reminds people of the importance of everyday stories, the kind that often go unnoticed but shape communities in meaningful ways.
That experience gave me the chance to hear their stories firsthand, understand their role in the community, and capture them in a way that felt both natural and authentic.
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