Xavier Ponce

Xavier Ponce is an Ecuadorian photographer born in 1969 who discovered his passion for the craft in the mid-1990s. Over three decades, he has cultivated a signature style defined by high-contrast black and white street, architectural, and travel photography.

After embracing his color-blindness, Xavier refined his artistic vision by honoring his analog roots. He is a self-taught artist who has been mentored by industry legends and continues to produce timeless imagery that resonates with global audiences.

📍 Quito, Ecuador

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Camera Equipment:

Xavier Ponce is a dedicated Leica user, currently shooting with the Leica Q2, M10-P, Vlux5, and SL2.

Best Achievements, Educational Background, and Exhibitions:

Xavier is a Sony World Photography Awards 2024 finalist and a Bronze Medalist in the OneEyeLand Awards 2023. He has also been recognized as a top 100 photographer by OneEyeLand and holds a Master Shot distinction in Leica’s LFI Gallery.

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