são paulo in motion: 12 photographs depicting the dynamic of south america’s megacity.

Motion
Avenida Paulista
Digital

A megacity with a constantly growing population of over 12 million, São Paulo is Brazil’s biggest city and the capital of the wealthiest state in the country. It’s rich cultural diversity stems from its history of immigration and internal migration, transforming it into a cultural hub with a diverse artistic scene, great cuisine, and a dynamic nightlife.

Undoubtedly, São Paulo is a city for city people. If you cannot withstand the constant motion and noise, perhaps this destination wouldn’t be your first pick. However, for the ones who actually crave the dynamic of the big city, this is a place you will most certainly enjoy. From theatres, concerts and exhibitions to bars, restaurants and a dynamic nightlife, São Paulo has tons to offer.

The photographs below offer a quick glimpse into daily life in São Paulo.

Sunday Fair in Santa Cecília
R. Sebastião Pereira, 2024
Portra 800

 

Street Vendors
R. Frei Caneca
Digital

 

Sunday Activities
Elevado Pres. João Goulart, 2024
Ilford Delta 200

 

Capoeira
Avenida Paulista, 2024
Kodak Gold (converted to B&W)

 

Tuesday Afternoon
Elevado Pres. João Goulart, 2024
Portra 800

 

Reflections
Avenida Paulista
Digital

 

Night Ride
Estação da Luz, 2025
Fomapan 200

 

Last Call
Saúde, 2025
Fomapan 200

 

Move Fast
Barra Funda, 2025
Fomapan 200

 

3AM
Barra Funda, 2025
Fomapan 200

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