
Shlomi Amiga
Artist member since 2019
ProToronto, Ontario
I am a documentary and street photographer based in Toronto. My inspiration and approach to photography are mainly derived from my interest in people and the human condition.
People watching has been a habit of mine for as long as I can remember. Trying to figure out who they are, what they do, and what kind of parallels can be drawn between all of us individuals living amongst each other. The majority of my work revolves around people, the spaces they inhabit, and everything that is in between. It helps me connect, learn, and make a positive change for the people that I document. As a newcomer to Canada, the word 'Home' was always of significant meaning to me. Because of that, I repeatedly seek answers to questions about issues of alienation and estrangement. My approach is often very process-driven and always considers the photographer-subject relationship to be a significant component in the finished visuals. Those relationships change with every subject I photograph - some are as fleeting as a moment on the street while others span over years of interactions both on and off camera. Just like in life, they are not all of the same nature.
When not focused on narrative-based projects, I love spending time outside photographing everyday life on the street.
Q+A
Favourite movie
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Favourite artist(s) right now
Troy Holden, Harry Gruyaert, Elliott Erwitt, Daniel Arnold, Peter Kool, Martin Parr, Joel Meyerowitz
Who do you consider a genius?
Anyone who can find happiness in the simple things in life
During my breaks, I tend to ...
Watch Family Guy
Your favourite spot in Toronto right now
My Studio
In a previous life I was (a) ...
Jerry Seinfeld meets Borat impersonator
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