Adriano Damas is a Brazilian photographer who has been capturing stunning images of his homeland since the early 2000s. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, he developed an interest in photography at a young age and began taking pictures of his family and friends. After graduating from high school, he attended the University of Rio de Janeiro where he studied photography and visual arts.
Damas’s work has been featured in numerous publications including National Geographic, The New York Times, and The Guardian. He has also exhibited his work in galleries around the world including the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and the Tate Modern in London. His photographs often focus on the beauty of Brazil’s diverse landscapes and cultures, as well as its people.
In addition to his photography career, Damas is also an active member of several environmental organizations such as Greenpeace and WWF Brazil. He is passionate about protecting Brazil’s natural resources and preserving its unique culture for future generations. He also works with local communities to promote sustainable development projects that benefit both people and nature.
Damas’s work has earned him numerous awards including the International Photography Award for Best Documentary Series (2014) and the World Press Photo Award for Nature (2015). His photographs have been featured in books such as “The Beauty of Brazil” (2016) and “The Soul of Brazil” (2017). He currently lives in Rio de Janeiro with his wife and two children.