Welcome
Marcos Carrizo is a Los Angeles–based documentary and street photographer whose work explores movement, density, and the layered nature of public space.
Working primarily in environments such as Downtown Los Angeles and Venice Beach, his images examine moments where structure and unpredictability collide—where gesture, light, and timing converge within a single frame. His compositions often emphasize silhouettes, spatial depth, and the tension between order and chaos.
"I genuinely feel that life is the artist and I am merely a witness with a camera."
He began photographing extensively during the pandemic and subsequent civil unrest, driven by a need to witness and document moments of collective significance. This period continues to inform his approach, grounding his work in observation, immediacy, and cultural memory.
"Some of my inspirations would are Don McCullin, Margaret Bourke-White, Gilles Peress and Josef Koudelka."
Operating with minimal equipment and a fluid, responsive process, Forever Abstract avoids staged imagery in favor of instinctive movement through space. His practice is rooted in anticipation—reading environments in real time and constructing images through positioning rather than intervention. He works across digital and 35mm film, with an increasing focus on black and white to distill form, contrast, and composition.
Recurring subjects, including skateboarders in Venice Beach, reflect an ongoing interest in freedom, expression, and the informal architectures of creative communities.
His work has expanded into commissioned projects and interdisciplinary collaborations across fashion, music, and live events.
Available for exhibitions, commissions, and collaborative projects.
"Cycling and photography have been in my family for as long as I can remember. I am thankful that my parents are incredibly creative and introduced their hobbies to me at a pretty early age. I feel very fortunate to be able to pursue my dreams in a way they may not have. I definitely don't have my dad's skills in the dark room, but I do have his 1970's Peugeot Triathlon and I absolutely love putting miles on it.
Looking to share more with you guys soon!
I am happy you are here!
Best,
MC"