COLOMBIA
This collection of photos was taken in the small, charming town of Salento and the bustling capital city of Bogotá in September of 2023. No matter the size of each respective place, the streets of both are rich with character. I often sat and observed the flow of people sitting on a bench, or more likely a curb, with a cup of fruit or a mora oblea (thin wafers with a sweet filling) in one hand and my camera in the other. One of the most moving days was spent walking through el barrio del Egipto, speaking with local gang members. Outsiders aren’t allowed in without an escort from Break Borders—an organization run by current and former gang members who share their experiences in the life. The group works to bring basic necessities into the community, in hopes to create better opportunities for the next generation..