Telling stories of wonder and joy with a nod to classic black and white street photography
Rudy Ortega is a photographer that focuses on documenting people interacting with their environment in a positive way. He aims to capture moments that include smiles, laughter and joy because those emotions are a reflection of how he feels when he connects with his community and friends.
He's active in the community photographing events, weddings and family outings.
Born and raised in Michigan who credits his kindness and empathy to his mom who was a school teacher for 30 years and his dad who's humor and silliness make others feel good.
He currently resides in Denver Colorado. The open landscapes allow him to relax and let his mind wander while in contrast, city life allows him to capture micro stories of human compassion and joyfulness.