FIXER MAGAZINE
/ A chemical substance used for fixing a photographic image /
/ A person who makes arrangements for other people, specially of an illicit or devious kind /
/ A new space to talk, share and store our devotion to the image /
ROBERT HÉBRAS WAS HERE. A PHOTO BY ROBERTO MATA, 2017
212: WORLD PRESS PHOTO 2025
I had to work fast. My camera doesn’t handle high ISOs well, so I kept it at 1600. I was using a Nikon Z6 II with a 24mm f/1.8 prime lens, which allowed me to open the aperture as much as possible. I set the shutter speed to 1/160, a bit of a risk given the movement, but it was necessary to expose the scene properly in the low light.
ON LOCATION:
My experience as a migrant transformed my approach to photography, particularly as a portraitist, using the medium to foster connections. Buenos Aires exposed me to a vibrant art scene and impactful exhibitions, yet also prompted me to reflect on my own practices against the backdrop of Argentina's strong documentary tradition and political discourse.
PHOTO CONFESSIONAL: Scott Brennan
I wouldn't mind being a bus driver. Think of all the places you could go and the people you would meet along the way.
PHOTO CONFESSIONAL: Vladimir Marcano
Rejection or failure is part of life—it’s important to fail because it forces you to reflect on what you’ve been doing. It also helps you mature.
ON LOCATION:
Vanessa Arias Ruiz
What we do is more than just pressing a button. We are the ones who see the invisible, who give a voice to those who cannot speak, who shift narratives and freeze time.
The school left me with a sense of responsibility: photography can be a hobby, but it is also a craft, a commitment to history, memory, and life itself. Carrying the title of "photographer" is an honor, and it should be taken seriously.
212: Lucky
The work reflects the tensions of reality: the existence of a shelter within a racetrack that continued its regular activities despite the circumstances, the misfortune of losing everything, and the hope for a new opportunity.
305: Jorge J. Pérez
“Legacy in Stone” not only documents the physical presence of these sculptures in the United States, but it also delves into their role as symbols of resistance, unity, and perseverance in the face of exile and adversity. Its significance lies in its ability to transform monuments dedicated to José Martí into bridges that connect historical memory, cultural identity, and the emotions of Cuban exiles.
212: Photography is a silent voice that deserves to be heard.
- How much pre-production does your photography involve?
Depending on the project, most of my jobs always involve pre-production, where one of the most important points to achieve is working as a team. I like to be involved in the entire process, from defining a moodboard, to making a makeup proposal, hairstyle and styling.
PHOTO CONFESSIONAL: Kevin Moloney
Kevin Moloney is a distinguished photographer and educator with a prolific career in photojournalism and teaching.
PHOTO CONFESSIONAL: Santiago Mesa
Santiago Mesa is a documentary photographer born in Medellín, Colombia. Interested in social issues and inequality, he documented violence in his hometown for several national media outlets over the years. He graduated in journalism from Eafit University in Medellín and holds a master&’s degree in Plastic and Visual Arts from the National University of Colombia.
PHOTO CONFESSIONAL: Ricardo Gómez Pérez
WHAT WOULD be your next project about?
It's difficult for me to plan ahead or work on demand. I only follow the rules when working on commercial assignments. For my personal work, I let time flow freely. Currently, I'm working on two subjects. One explores abstract matter, while the other focuses on capturing the gaze of beachgoers. Slowly but surely, a new series will emerge soon.
THE KIOSK: Regnum Fertilis
“It explores the intimate world of flowers through immersive photos, creating atmospheres and combining spaces of absolute sensuality.”
PHOTO CONFESSIONAL: Rania Matar
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO YOU TO BE A WOMAN PHOTOGRAPHER? HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOUR PROJECTS? AND YOUR APPROACH TO THE ART WORLD/ PHOTO-BOOK WORLD.
As a woman, I have had a unique and intimate access to women, and I am interested in woman representation in my work, especially women from the ArabWorld. I collaborate with them intimately and we built a trust that might not be as attainable had I been a man.I feel that it is a good time to be a woman in the art world as more museums and publications are now interested in making up fora previously male-dominated industry and include more female voices. I just curated an exhibition at the MiddleEast Institute Art Gallery in Washington DC that includes the work of 10 women photographers from The Arab World and Iran.
305: SOFIA PERAZZO
Sofi Perazzo, a Venezuelan photographer based in Miami, Florida, specializes in commercial and editorial photography for lifestyle, beauty, fashion, and luxury hotel and travel brands. She gained global recognition in 2019 for her groundbreaking series “If They Ask for Nudes,” shot at Haulover Beach, as well as “Language of Discovery,” exhibited at Apollo in Miami Design District in 2021, both tackling cultural taboos with innovation and creativity.
PHOTO CONFESSIONAL: Musuk Nolte
Musuk Nolte is a prominent Peruvian-Mexican photographer and editor, whose work is situated at the intersection of documentary and artistic photography, focusing on social issues such as historical memory and environmental degradation.
212: It started as a therapeutic process
Isabel Tirado is a 26-year-old photographer and creative director native of Maracay, Venezuela. She graduated from Social Communication in 2019 and has dedicated the last five years to photography, fusing her interest in Afro heritage in Latin America and aesthetics. Her work explores themes such as African representation, family, and memory, focusing on gender identity and freedom. Currently, she lives in Caracas, where she runs her independent production company 1once, creating audiovisual content.
212: I learned to do everything thanks to YouTube videos
I feel that defining it is limiting it, today it makes me feel nostalgic and connected, but in in a few months, I will probably define it differently.
PHOTO CONFESSIONAL: Hyun Suk Kim
I’m a full-time homemaker, but I sometimes dream of becoming a creator if I get the chance. I love to imagine and come up with unique ideas, which I think would suit the creative profession well.
PHOTO CONFESSIONAL: Tony Chirinos
Tony Chirinos is a Venezuelan-born photographer and educator based in Miami, with over forty years of experience focusing on the themes of death and the vulnerability of life. He holds a Master of Fine Arts from Columbia University and has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Fellowship in 2023. His work has been exhibited widely and is part of several notable collections, reflecting his commitment to challenging viewers' perceptions of mortality through documentary-style photography.
212: From coffee vendor to photographer
Documentary photographer and member of the Cacri Photos Collective. He has worked on short- and long-term documentary projects, collaborating with national media outlets such as 'Historias que Laten' and international outlets like 'Reuters.'