Diego Villarreal is a Mexican-American photographer based in Los Angeles, California. He is best known for his vibrant and colorful images of the urban landscape.
Born in Mexico City, Diego moved to the United States at the age of 12. He was immediately drawn to photography and began taking pictures of his new home in Los Angeles. His work quickly gained recognition for its unique perspective on the city and its people.
Diego has since become a sought-after photographer, shooting for major publications such as The New York Times, National Geographic, and Vogue. His work has been featured in numerous exhibitions around the world, including at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.
In addition to his commercial work, Diego is also an avid street photographer. He often captures candid moments on the streets of Los Angeles that reflect both its beauty and its struggles. His photographs have been published in books such as Streetwise: A Collection of Street Photography from Around the World (2014) and The Streets of LA (2016).
Diego's passion for photography has taken him around the world, from Mexico to India to Japan. He continues to explore new places with his camera, capturing moments that tell stories about our shared humanity.