Sometimes light illuminates nature or man in such a way that words cannot describe its true essence and it can only be captured in a single photograph. Capturing these images seems like a chance encounter, a stroke of luck so to speak, one signifying the right place and time syndrome, but it isn't. It is a gift, given to few.

Luckily, Pablo Francisco Castro has this gift. His photographs walk the line between photojournalism and fine art photography. Working in digital and film, he is able to manipulate the lens in order to find the beauty in most any circumstance. "I secretly live to experience vision and I'll do almost anything for it."

Born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, Pablo currently resides in Chicago, Illinois. For the past six years his work has been exhibited in magazines, festivals, on web sites, and in various cafes around the Chicago land area. While serving two tours in Iraq, Pablo began to chronicle his life through photographs; exposing both surreal and ironic images intensified by his unique take on composition and lighting.

Mr. Castro is currently working on publishing his photos from Iraq in addition to embarking on a new project, which includes documenting the extinct sugar mills of Puerto Rico. Please visit Pablo Francisco Castro for more information.

Individual Exhibitions

2002 "Burn the Dog" Chicago, Illinois

2002 Wright College Magazine Chicago, Illinois

2003-2004 Privata Café Chicago, Illinois