My 30 Photos Showcasing Streetscapes And Candid Moments

Storytelling lies at the heart of my photography, and I believe black and white enhances that element even more. When colors fade away, what remains are gestures, body language, and raw emotions. These moments are no longer just fragments of one city—they become universal pictures of humanity, something anyone can connect to, no matter where they are.

As a self-taught street and documentary photographer, my learning has always come directly from the streets themselves. During the weekdays, I work for a global e-commerce and tech corporation, while my weekends are devoted to photography. Over the years, documenting people has made me realize that every person I encounter carries a narrative worth remembering. Photography is my opportunity to embrace human realities—both known and unknown—and it continues to shape my journey. My work has received global recognition through exhibitions, international photo festivals, and publications, including National Geographic, Vogue, Business Standard, APF Street Photography Magazine, CNN, and 1x.com, to name a few. I have been honored with awards such as the Andrei Stenin International Press Photo Awards, the Urban Photo Awards, and the 35Awards. Yet, beyond these recognitions, what matters most to me is the silent and honest connection I make with the moments I capture.

For me, the power of black-and-white photography lies in its honesty. It removes distractions and presents life in its simplest form. While I adore color and continue to shoot in it most of the time, I always return to black and white when I want to tell a story in its purest way. Street photography is about noticing life as it unfolds in front of us—raw, spontaneous, and unrepeatable. And in black and white, those raw moments shine brighter, speaking directly to the heart without the need for anything else.