About Said Touzani

A Moroccan heart is now beating in the streets of Brussels. Raised in the vibrant city of Tangier, I roamed the ancient medina, touched by the echoes of the Beat Generation. My photography journey began with my family's old film camera, a relic I still hold dear. With the advent of smartphones, I started capturing the world around me and sharing these moments with friends. Now, I am ready to share my vision with a wider audience.

Influenced by the likes of Harry Gruyaert, Saul Leiter, Ernst Haas, Eliott Erwitt, and Alex Webb, my approach to photography is to reveal my perspective on the world. I seek to tell stories from every street I walk through composition, color, light, and shadow. As a street photographer, I embrace the candid and the authentic, letting life unfold naturally.

Being a shy observer, I often hide from my subjects, capturing them from hidden angles, and allowing their true selves to emerge as the stars of my photos. This quiet approach shapes my art, creating a subtle and intimate portrayal of everyday life.

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