About me.
Hello there, I’m Rudi Tcruz
In a world oversaturated with A.I. generated images and social media influencers, I am committed to creating meaningful photographs with a distinct point of view, integrity, and artistry.
I am an Oakland/San Diego-based photographer and designer passionate about visual storytelling. While photography is my primary passion, I am a multimedia artist who uses a variety of visual communication tools to tell meaningful stories. Over the past decade, I have worked with nonprofit organizations and communities around the world, documenting to help share stories that center on underrepresented communities, many of whom are fighting for their human rights.
Mission
Support underrepresented communities to rise above obstacles that power structures create.
Value
Using empathy, understanding, and technical skill in a visual medium to empower underrepresented communities and support their true narrative.
Vision
Create imagery through collaborative storytelling focusing on social and immigration justice.