
Ep 125 - Omar Z Robles The Art of Movement, Street Photography, and Finding Your Creative Voice
What can a photographer learn from a mime? For Omar Z Robles, the answer is just about everything. Born and raised in Puerto Rico and now based in New York City, Omar has built an extraordinary photographic career by bringing together movement, storytelling, and the unpredictable energy of the streets. His creative journey began in Paris, where he studied under legendary mime artist Marcel Marceau. It was there that Omar discovered the power of communicating emotion and telling stories through subtle movements, an experience that would eventually shape his distinctive approach to photography. After years photographing celebrities, athletes, politicians, artists, and everyday people, Omar began looking at New York City differently. Instead of simply documenting life on the streets, he started placing ballet dancers within the city's gritty urban landscapes, creating beautiful contrasts between the elegance of dance and the chaos of everyday life. His photographs have attracted international attention, appearing in publications including Harper's Bazaar, Mashable, and The Huffington Post. His creative vision has also led to collaborations with brands including Leica, Peak Design, Jaguar, and Gap. In this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, we sit down with Omar to talk about his journey from Puerto Rico to Paris and New York City, the influence of Marcel Marceau, his love of street photography, and how he developed a photographic style that has connected with audiences around the world. But beyond the beautiful photographs, this is a conversation about curiosity, creative freedom, trusting your instincts, and understanding that sometimes the most powerful stories don't need words. Because photography isn't always about what we're looking at. Sometimes it's about what we're feeling. Visit Omar Z Robles: Instagram Threads Web In the Light of Day, We Dance Book Visit The Show: Instagram Threads YouTube Web Support The Show: Patreon Go Fund Me Affiliate Link: Harlowe


















