Brazilian photographer Erick Alves calls the city of São Paulo home – a city so immense it is actually the most populous city in the Americas + the world’s 4th largest city by population. The place is also a melting pot of people, being home to a vibrant mix of different cultures + communities, offering up a whole host of interesting subject matter for an eager photographer.
Always a photography lover, Erick started out experimenting with street photography – (when his amazing shots of the city first caught our eye) – before moving on to specialise in portraiture.
A few years ago, he became more serious about his photography + has been perfecting his craft ever since. His shots always seem to offer a dramatic vibe, using unusual angles + cooler tones to create his unique style, while remaining committed to capturing the essence of the individual in front of the lens.
Born + raised in SP, Erick is a proud Paulistano + knows the city inside out. We asked him to share some insider tips for the best places to check out…
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Brazilian photographer Erick Alves calls the city of São Paulo home – a city so immense it is actually the most populous city in the Americas + the world’s 4th largest city by population. The place is also a melting pot of people, being home to a vibrant mix of different cultures + communities, offering up a whole host of interesting subject matter for an eager photographer.
Always a photography lover, Erick started out experimenting with street photography – (when his amazing shots of the city first caught our eye) – before moving on to specialise in portraiture.
A few years ago, he became more serious about his photography + has been perfecting his craft ever since. His shots always seem to offer a dramatic vibe, using unusual angles + cooler tones to create his unique style, while remaining committed to capturing the essence of the individual in front of the lens.
Born + raised in SP, Erick is a proud Paulistano + knows the city inside out. We asked him to share some insider tips for the best places to check out…
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BAR DO COFRE
"The bar is nothing less than the safe in the basement of an extinct bank. With its heavy door, it brings the feeling of being in a different reality from day to day on the surface of SP. It is not a tourist spot + known to few, but it is one of the most incredible places in the city."
@bardocofre
PINACOTECA
"The ideal destination for art + culture lovers in general. The exhibition center has several national works in a wide space. It is another historical heritage of São Paulo."
@pinacotecasp
CASARÃO DO VINIL
"What was supposed to be a store has become a nice place for the old school. With numerous titles + musical genres, the place is the biggest LP specialist in the city. Perhaps even in the country."
@casaraodovinil
All photos are copyright F1FTY, except: Erick Alves profile photo (Copyright Erick Alves); Bar Do Cofre (Credit: Instagram @bardocofre); Pinacoteca (Credit: Instagram @pinacotecasp); Casarão do Vinil (Credit: Instagram @casaraodovinil)