Photography — Nando Costa

As a photographer

I was first introduced to the art of photography in high school and was immediately captivated by the idea of capturing a scene within the confines of a single frame. In the years that followed, I honed my skills through experimentation and guidance from friends and teachers, playing with a variety of color, black and white, and infrared films.

Eventually, I set up a makeshift darkroom and began creating photographic prints using a technique similar to Man Ray’s solarization method.

As I progressed in my career in motion graphics, it was only a matter of time before I ventured into the space of live-action. Film and digital moving cameras became yet another medium through which I could convey my ideas and tell stories. This led me to explore the high-speed world of Phantom cameras and the slow and deliberate process of stop-motion as well.

The photos seen here are more recent and serve as a means of introspection and meditation. After purchasing my first Leica camera, I became enamored with the simplicity of its interactions and the unique focus it allows me to achieve. These photos were taken using a combination of the Leica M10-R, M10-Monochrom, and Leica Q.

For a deeper understanding of my perspective on photography, you may find this article on LinkedIn, Slowing down with photography.