Meet Louis Meschino

Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Louis Meschino. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Louis, so excited to have you with us today. So much we can chat about, but one of the questions we are most interested in is how you have managed to keep your creativity alive.

Fortunately, I live in the largest city in North America—New York City, which often feels like a playground for photographers. You never really know what you’re going to stumble into around the next corner. I walk the city daily, crossing paths with fascinating people from all walks of life. A few offer a unique perspective and sense of individuality that I hope I can express in my images of them. A lot of the time the City feels like a fever dream, in a good way. There are days I expect to be quiet, only to find myself swept into something completely unexpected—like stumbling into a drag show or watching people in full knight armor battling it out in the park. These encounters drive me to keep exploring.

Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?

I come from a background in marketing and documentary work, but these days I fall more into the category of a street photographer. I still dabble in marketing and take on freelance projects here and there, but photography has become my main passion. Much of my work revolves around the streets and the people I encounter. I’ve been fortunate to build a full-time career that has me traveling throughout NYC’s MTA system, which keeps me constantly on the move and outside. I meet new people daily and often find myself in situations I never could’ve imagined. Needless to say, I witness plenty of strange and unexpected moments, and I do my best to document them. My street photography has helped advance my career in a more professional direction. I’ve been fortunate to receive more opportunities to cover events and stories that align with my documentary approach.

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

I believe a few key qualities have shaped my journey, one of the most important being persistence driven by passion. Photography isn’t just a career choice for me, it’s something I truly love. I devote time and energy to practicing and studying it, not out of obligation, but because it genuinely fulfills me. That passion is what pushed me to grow, and ultimately to fight for the chance to pursue it full time. I truly believe that whatever it is you love to do, you should fight for it. Make space for it, even if it’s just for yourself.
I’m still learning, and I think having the willingness to push yourself toward a better version of who you are makes a big difference—not just in photography, but in how you connect with people. The more I go out and shoot, the more interactions I have and the more perspectives I encounter. Over time, those experiences start to complement each other. They shape how I see the world and, in turn, how I grow not just as a photographer but as a person.
Having a deeper understanding of yourself and of others goes a long way in street photography. Over time, I’ve learned to recognize subtle facial expressions or shifts in mood, and I try to document those moments not just to tell someone else’s story, but because I often see a reflection of myself in them. You also start to develop a sense for how someone might react when you take their photo. It becomes this internal check: Is this photo worth getting punched in the face?

Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?

One is working with brands to help promote their story in a way that feels more grounded in reality—something that elevates everyday life rather than distorts it. These days, it’s impossible to escape advertising, so I think it’s worth trying to make it better. A lot of marketing feels disconnected from real people, and I think it’s time to bring it back down to earth and create something more meaningful.
A great example of this approach is Yeti Coolers. Their YouTube channel features mini documentaries about people around the world who use their products. It never feels like an ad—it feels like an appreciation for the people who give the brand purpose.
Another collaboration I’ve been seeking is with a collective or community of artists—people who are willing to come together to share work, offer honest critique, and support each other’s growth. That kind of creative exchange is something I really value. It’d be nice to take your art off a screen and share it in person with people who are interested.

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