I’m William Vazquez, born and raised in NYC with proud Puerto Rican roots. For over 25 years, I’ve been working as a professional photographer, collaborating with Fortune 500 companies and global humanitarian organizations. My passion for capturing the human experience has taken me around the world, photographing people of all cultures and languages for both commercial and humanitarian projects.

My work is all about composition, vibrant colors, and staying sensitive to the culture of my subjects. No matter who I’m photographing—whether rich or poor—I approach them with dignity, striving to show the heroism in every individual. I love capturing that sense of optimism and hope, no matter the challenges people face. That spontaneity and joy in my images is what helps to renew faith in each other and the world around us.

You might’ve seen my work in global campaigns for brands like Samsung, Abbott, Pfizer, and humanitarian organizations like Americares and Direct Relief. I specialize in advertising, lifestyle, documentary, and motion directing, always aiming to reflect the spirit and resilience of communities everywhere.

My inspiration is woven from the lives of extraordinary people I've met across the globe in my journey as a photographer. There's Zara, a brave soul in Afghanistan, who, despite the restrictions, allowed me to capture her spirit in the heart of Kabul. Then there's Mike, an 85-year-old retired police officer in New York City, who asked me to wait while he proudly donned his uniform, eager to be photographed just as he was in his heyday. And Pablo, from a humble corner of Paraguay, who lit up the moment with his infectious dance moves, showing me that joy transcends circumstance. Each of these individuals has left an indelible mark on my journey, and I consider myself truly fortunate to have shared these fleeting, yet profound, moments with them. And so, the journey continues.