WxndyFotos

CAREER STATEMENT

Photographer


ABOUT ME

My name is Wendy Hernandez and I am a Charlotte native who comes from an immigrant family. Growing up I have always had trouble answering the question “Where are you from?”. I never considered myself neither from Charlotte nor Mexico. I had the privilege and blessing of being able to go back and forth from both countries but as I grew older found myself with no sense of belonging to a certain group. I am to mexican for americans and to american for mexicans. I never saw someone like me in books nor on big screens. After 6 years of being able to expand my knowledge with photography, I’ve been able to learn different techniques and also be able to combine my passion for photography and music by photographing concerts of many artists I identify with and even grew up listening to.


CONTACT

Wxndyhdzfotos@gmail.com
(980) 422 - 5422
@wxndyfotos



Growing up, I asked my parents a lot about what brought them to decide to move to the states and I got the same response, which is a common phrase in the immigrant community, “It's better to die trying rather than never trying it at all.” I have since used this to navigate life and photography. Fed by the resilience of my Latin family and community, my work captures diverse expressions of Latin success. My current ambition extends to documenting musicians, portraying all aspects of their achievements and hopefully soon go on tour with one of them.

While my current portfolio centers around concerts, my photography is a personal journey, intertwining cultural heritage and self-discovery. I seek continuous growth, using my art to explore layers of identity. In each image, I aim to encapsulate the spirit of those who, like my parents, dared to try and embrace the journey. This artistic path signifies not just a profession but a reflection of my roots, a visual narrative screaming the determination that defines Latin success.


SPECIALITIES

  • I’ve been shooting shooting on 35mm film since high school and find this medium to be timeless in any event. For any inquiries regarding film photo shoots or request for different film formats please email me

  • Digital photography is the most common format that people tend to choose. This format is typically quicker in regards to turnaround time.