I’m a photographer and urban explorer from France. Traveling the world to explore abandoned and off-limits places, I’m also inspired by night scenes and great landscapes. From the top of NYC bridges to plane graveyards in California, I spent three months exploring the United States. I filmed Urban Escape, a road movie about American explorers on their secret adventures.
In 2015, Nikon gave me carte blanche to create a series of photos mixing Soviet places and sci-fi scenes, from Italy to Kazakhstan. The images have been featured by many media worldwide. I’m also one of the protagonists of Red Bull’s series Urbex and the central character of Google’s campaign and film Curio-Cité, introducing viewers to the world of urban exploration in Paris. The adventure goes on!
Q&A
- How did you start with photo/video?
As far as I remember, I’ve always been in love with images. Back when I was a teenager, we were filming short movies with friends. I naturally went into photography when I got my first point-and-shoot camera and never stopped since. - How would you describe your style?
Inspired by light. - What inspires you?
I’m inspired by the universe we live in, raw sceneries and endless nights. And music and movies of course. A lot of things actually. - What is your dream shoot or project?
A long exploration road trip. Being on the move, discovering new places is what drives me. - What is your best advice to others that want to develop as photographers?
Keep trying and experimenting, it's the best way to learn, find your own style and evolve.
What is in your bag?
- What is the most important in your bag?
Beside my camera and wide-angle lens, my lights and my tripod are the most important. - What bag do you use?
The Lowepro ProTactic 350 AW, the perfect photo bag. Very sturdy, it never lets me down!
Discover more about David de Rueda
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Website: davidderueda.com
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